dear user first you need not to get worried of that about your question of red pumps of the face i would like to tell you that we have to illustrate that as follow..........first you may have immunological and allergic reaction following common cold as immune reaction appear as red pumps itching of the face and itis common following viral infection and no worry of that.....you may have administered medications that enhance allergic reactions and red pumps is main sign of this allergy ..you feel itching and some tomes burning sensation or flushing......herpacin lip balm is not indicated for this allergic reaction as it may cause more swelling and more allergy....you can take antihistaminic drugs that will help you alot...antihistamincs have great effect against allergy and will improve these symptoms rapidly........you need not to worry ....just simple tratment and you will be fine.....wish you healthy life