Can I suffer from alcohol flush or 'Asian glow' even if I'm not Asian?

Yes — alcohol flushing (often referred to as “Asian flush”) can occur in people of any ethnic background.  We explore this further in our article titled: Alcohol Flush Reaction in Caucasians: Can White People Get Red Face When Drinking, Too?

It is most commonly associated with a genetic variation affecting alcohol metabolism, which can reduce the activity of enzymes involved in processing alcohol byproducts. While this variation is more prevalent in certain populations, it is not exclusive to any one ethnicity.

Because it is a genetic trait, it can run in families, meaning it may be more likely if close relatives experience similar flushing responses.

Sunset is used by a diverse range of customers who experience alcohol flushing.