If your face turns red after just one or two drinks, there’s a good chance you’re experiencing alcohol flush reaction, also known as Asian flush or Asian glow. This common response is caused by a genetic deficiency in the ALDH2 enzyme, which affects how your body breaks down alcohol.
When this enzyme doesn’t function properly, a toxic byproduct called acetaldehyde builds up in your system. The result? That signature red flush, along with symptoms like headaches, racing heart, nausea, and general discomfort, even after just a small amount of alcohol.
While it’s most commonly associated with people of East Asian descent, alcohol flush reaction can affect anyone, and it’s often overlooked or misdiagnosed. If alcohol regularly leaves you red, hot, or unwell, your body might just need some extra support.
But not all alcohol reactions are caused by ALDH2 deficiency...
If your symptoms only appear after certain drinks (like red wine or champagne), things like a stuffy nose, blotchy skin, or a flushed chest, you may actually be reacting to sulfites or preservatives instead.
If that sounds familiar, our PureWine Drops are made just for you. They’re designed to help neutralise preservatives in wine that commonly trigger allergy-like reactions.