Astringent

/əˈstrɪndʒənt/
adjective

Something that tightens or dries your skin.

She used an astringent lotion on her face to reduce oiliness.
Visual representation of "astringent" - Something that tightens or dries your skin.

Often appears as...

  • astringent lotion
  • astringent taste
noun

A substance used to tighten or dry skin.

She applied the astringent to her skin before bed.
Visual representation of "astringent" - A substance used to tighten or dry skin.

Often appears as...

  • apply astringent
  • use astringent
adjective

A taste that is strong and bitter.

The tea had an astringent taste that she didn't like.
Visual representation of "astringent" - A taste that is strong and bitter.

Often appears as...

  • astringent taste
  • astringent wine
adjective

Something hard or severe in manner or style.

The teacher's astringent criticism of the student's paper was harsh.
Visual representation of "astringent" - Something hard or severe in manner or style.

Often appears as...

  • astringent criticism
  • astringent manner

Usage tips

Disapproving

Academic

adjective

Something that tightens or dries your skin.

She used an astringent lotion on her face to reduce oiliness.
Visual representation of "astringent" - Something that tightens or dries your skin.

Often appears as...

  • astringent lotion
  • astringent taste
noun

A substance used to tighten or dry skin.

She applied the astringent to her skin before bed.
Visual representation of "astringent" - A substance used to tighten or dry skin.

Often appears as...

  • apply astringent
  • use astringent
adjective

A taste that is strong and bitter.

The tea had an astringent taste that she didn't like.
Visual representation of "astringent" - A taste that is strong and bitter.

Often appears as...

  • astringent taste
  • astringent wine
adjective

Something hard or severe in manner or style.

The teacher's astringent criticism of the student's paper was harsh.
Visual representation of "astringent" - Something hard or severe in manner or style.

Often appears as...

  • astringent criticism
  • astringent manner

Usage tips

Disapproving

Academic

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Skincare Context

Used mainly in skincare routines to describe products with specific effects on skin texture.

Illustration for Skincare Context
Her skincare routine includes an astringent to keep her skin clear.
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Balance Oiliness

Helpful for oily skin, an astringent can reduce undesired shine by removing excess oil.

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He looked for an astringent product to control his oily forehead.
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Not for Dryness

Avoid using astringents if your skin is already dry, as they can exacerbate dryness.

Illustration for Not for Dryness
Her dry cheeks felt more parched after mistakenly using an astringent.
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