A face in a dream can symbolize the image of yourself that you show to the world.
A beautiful face in a dream may be a sign that you are proud and satisfied with yourself. If your face is swollen, it can be a warning that you think too highly of yourself. If your face is distorted, you may be suffering from low self-esteem.
Rosy cheeks symbolize enthusiasm and vitality.
A blemish on a face can be a sign of a weakness in your character. However, if you dream that your face is full of pimples or boils, you may be about to explode with emotion.
As in waking life, if you dream that you are blushing, you may be embarrassed and have feelings that you don’t want others to know about. If you are hiding your face, you may feel insecure or be ashamed of something.
A wrinkled forehead in a dream can be a sign that you are worried about something.
If someone slaps you across the face in your dream, you may feel that other people don’t let you express yourself in waking life.
If you dream that a face is being washed, you could be feeling guilty about something and want a chance to start over again.
An old face can symbolize wisdom.
Your Face in a Mirror
If you look at your face in a mirror, and the eyes of your reflection are closed, your unconscious may be telling you that you haven’t been facing reality. If you look in a mirror and see someone else’s face, you may be feeling inadequate compared to that person.
If you do not see any face in the mirror at all, you may be feeling conflicted about your identity. Dreaming that you have no reflection can also indicate a fear of death.
Some people believe that if you see your own face in a mirror, you are going to discover a secret.