It looks like an allergic reaction to me, but it could also be from saliva.
Child's red spots by: Zac
Ken,
I don't think you have anything to worry about. At your child's age, some redness is very common for a variety of reasons.
It could be mild dermatitis caused from allergic reactions to detergents, a plant or nearly anything your child has come in contact with.
I would suspect your child is teething, right?
I would just watch his/her temperature and keep and eye on it. If it gets worse or starts to cause discomfort then you might need to use a natural anti-inflammatory lotion, or investigate it's cause more thoroughly.
We have a good lotion here, which even works good for diaper rash among numerous other skin problems. But I really don't think your child's face needs anything right now.
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Best wishes, Zac Site Administrator. P.S. Really cute pic :)