ymptoms of "gluten face" include puffy red cheeks and dark spots or patches of pigmentation on and around the chin. Gluten is mixture of two proteins that are found in wheat and other similar grains. Gluten gives breads and pastries the elasticity that makes them so delectable. While gluten sensitivity is a relatively new term, it is estimated that 18 million people in the United States suffer from it. Gluten can disrupt your natural hormones and lead to skin discoloration, inflammation, rosacea, and a series of other unpleasant side effects.