0 An astringent substance causes the skin or other tissue to tighten: --
an astringent cream
1 Astringent remarks are clever but unkind or criticize someone: --
3 a drug or cream that causes the skin or other tissue to tighten: --
Peppermint oil is used in products such as mouthwashes, toothpaste, astringents or lip balms.
After shaving, use after-shave as an astringent.
The fruit is shockingly sour and astringent.
Tannins are water-soluble, with a bitter and astringent taste.