Herpes has the potential to cause localized skin redness on the face. Herpes is caused by herpes simplex virus, or varicella-zoster virus infection, caused by skin erythema on the basis of clustered blisters, at the beginning can only manifest as skin erythema, pimples, with the development of the disease can gradually appear blisters, so facial skin herpes has the potential to cause redness of the skin on the face. In addition to causing skin erythema, papules and blisters, herpes may also cause skin pain and burning sensation. Herpes is somewhat self-limiting but may recur. When infected with herpes, you should take antiviral medication in time, which can effectively shorten the course of the disease and prevent complications.