astringent in English

adjective

1

causing the contraction of body tissues, typically of the skin.

an astringent skin lotion

synonyms: constricting, constrictive, contracting, styptic

2

sharp or severe in manner or style.

her astringent words had their effect

synonyms: severe, sharp, stern, harsh, acerbic, acidulous, caustic, mordant, trenchant, scathing, spiteful, cutting, incisive, waspish

noun

1

a substance that causes the contraction of body tissues, typically used to protect the skin and to reduce bleeding from minor abrasions.

Alcohol-based astringents and toners can make skin even drier.

adjective

• constricting, constrictive, contracting, styptic
• severe, sharp, stern, harsh, acerbic, acidulous, caustic, mordant, trenchant, scathing, spiteful, cutting, incisive, waspish
• acerbic, acerb

noun

• styptic

Use "astringent" in a sentence

1. Astringent synonyms, Astringent pronunciation, Astringent translation, English dictionary definition of Astringent

2. It has an astringent effect.

3. Green persimmons are strongly astringent.

4. Astringente (plural Astringentes) astringent; Noun

5. What is an Astringent? An Astringent is a cosmetic that cleans the skin and constricts the pores

6. Astringent [ah-strin´jent] 1

7. Synonyms for Astringent in Free Thesaurus

8. The girl bitter and astringent smiled.

9. Red Raspberry is a mild astringent.

10. Astringent definition, contracting; constrictive; styptic

11. Astringent capacity for precipitation of colloidal proteins

12. An Astringent is typically applied after cleansing

13. Astringent & Waste Products Astringent taste causes a tightening of tissues obstructing lymphatic flow, elimination of toxins, and sometimes, constipation

14. Astringente m (plural Astringentes) astringent; Related terms

15. Keyword: Tannins, Astringent, Phenol, Tea, Wine 1

16. How to use Astringent in a sentence.

17. The astringent can cause irritation to sensitive skin.

18. All Aftershaves should include some type of astringent

19. Until Hachiyas are ripe, they are shockingly astringent.

20. Sharp and penetrating; pungent or severe: Astringent remarks

21. The fruit has a tart and astringent flavour.

22. An Astringent contracts tissue, pulling cells together

23. Astringent is a brilliant remedy for blackheads

24. Astringent effect: protein precipitating thus heals wound.

25. We found 8 answers for the crossword clue Astringent

26. Astringent to the intestine and relieve diarrhea; invigorate digestion .

27. Alum precipitates proteins and is a powerful astringent

28. Sharp and penetrating; pungent or severe: Astringent remarks

29. Bearberry is used as a urinary tract antibacterial and astringent.

30. Benefits of using an Astringent! Helps pores bind and shrink

31. Cannot carry off happiness. Bitter and astringent. Warm and ache.

32. It felt cool and astringent but the bugs kept biting.

33. ‘Tannins are Astringent substances found in the seeds, skin and stems of grapes.’ ‘The Astringent action of the alcohol will dry out your skin.’ ‘Most packs and masks are Astringent, so they stimulate blood circulation in the skin.’ ‘If your skin is oily, use a more Astringent witch hazel-based toner.’

34. ‘Tannins are Astringent substances found in the seeds, skin and stems of grapes.’ ‘The Astringent action of the alcohol will dry out your skin.’ ‘Most packs and masks are Astringent, so they stimulate blood circulation in the skin.’ ‘If your skin is oily, use a more Astringent witch hazel-based toner.’

35. Astringent Lotion is the perfect finishing preparation for oily skins

36. Astringent definition: An Astringent is a liquid that you put on your skin to make it less oily or to make cuts Meaning, pronunciation, translations and examples

37. Some Aromatics are sweet, while others are pungent or astringent

38. The taste of mixed bitter - astringent feelings, I finally understand.

39. Catechu astringent substance obtained from various Eastern barks, etc

40. Lady's Mantle is an astringent and has styptic properties.

41. 16 The astringent can cause irritation to sensitive skin.

42. Betel nut definition is - the astringent seed of the Betel palm.

43. Acerbic definition, sour or astringent in taste: Lemon juice is Acerbic

44. 38 synonyms for Astringent: contractive, contractile, styptic, severe, strict, exacting, harsh

45. Astringent definition is - causing a tightening of soft organic tissues : styptic

46. An Astringent substance causes the skin or other tissue to tighten: 2

47. Witch hazel/ green tea is a natural Astringent that is widely used.

48. The Astringent properties of witch hazel come from natural compounds called tannins

49. If you have extremely oily skin, you can apply Astringent in the

50. The sweet and sour vinegar astringent but not bitter strong spicy wine.