WHY DO I GO RED WHEN I’M EMBARRASSED OR HAVE BEEN DRINKING?
WILL OLIVER, EXETER
Blushing, or turning red in the face, is a fascinating physiological response that occurs in certain situations, such as embarrassment or alcohol consumption.
It happens because when we feel embarrassed or are in socially awkward situations, our body’s stress response is triggered. This response involves the release of adrenaline, which causes blood vessels in our skin to dilate, allowing more blood to flow through them. The increased blood flow leads to the reddening of the face, giving rise to the characteristic blush.