ätzend (humor)

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astringent
Sharp, caustic, severe
{n} a medicin which, used internally, contracts and strengthens
Stern; austere; as, an astringent type of virtue
Harsh, drying, tactile sensation in the mouth caused by high tannin levels The opposite is smooth
Having the effect of drawing tissue together; styptic
Affects endocrine system and hormone function due to its ability to cause contraction of tissues
{s} severe; harsh; constrictive; tightens (the skin)
{i} substance which causes contraction; substance that stops bleeding; (Cosmetics) substance that tightens the skin and removes oils from the skin
Describes a rough, harsh feeling in the mouth which is due to the tannins or high acidity
An astringent is a liquid that you put on your skin to make it less oily or to make cuts stop bleeding. Astringent is also an adjective. an astringent lotion. a liquid used to make your skin less oily or to stop a wound from bleeding
Descriptive of wines that have a rough, puckerytaste Usually can be attributed to high tannin content Tannic astringency will normally decrease with age However, sometimes the wine fails to outlive the tannin
tending to draw together or constrict soft organic tissue; "astringent cosmetic lotions"
Any substance causing dehydration, tightening of the skin, shrinking of tissues, contraction of skin pores
contracts blood vessels and body tissue
Drawing together the tissues; binding; contracting; opposed to laxative; as, astringent medicines; a butter and astringent taste; astringent fruit
sour or bitter in taste
The sensation of a wine that leaves a puckery feel in the mouth and seems to dry out the palate Tannins, from the grapes and oak barrels, contribute to astringency
like an antiseptic with the constricting abilities, but more specifically used to counter secretions (pus, mucus, yuckies)
an herb-based liquid or cream who's properties include contraction of the skin, for tightening and soothing