An astringent acts to contract and tighten, similar to styptic. This constricting action can help eliminate secretions and hemorrhaging. Some herbs with astringent actions are amaranth, blackberry root, black walnut, capsicum, elecampane, ephedra, fenugreek, horsetail, hydrangea, mullein, oak bark, queen of the meadow, St. John wort, slippery elm and witch hazel
a substance, such as witch hazel or alcohol, that causes skin tissue to tighten.
An herb or substance that acts upon the albumen of organic tissues to cause condensation and contraction, and restrains secretions and discharges. (Syn: Styptic)
Herb causing constriction of tissues: witch hazel, white oak bark, yellow dock, uva ursi, calendula, myrrh, horsetail, blackberry root.
An agent producing contraction of tissue or arrest of discharge.
1. Adj. Causing contraction, usually locally after topical application. 2. N. Substance causing cells to shrink, thus causing tissue contraction or stoppage of secretions and discharges; such substances may be applied to skin to harden and protect it.
Causes dehydration and the tightening and shrinking of tissues. Used to stop bleeding and close pores.
A substance that constricts tissues, used to stop bleeding, secretions, and the like.
A substance that dries out body tissues, reducing any secretion, discharge or bleeding.
contracts blood vessels and body tissue
used to shrink tissue, esp. of mucous membranes, and reduce discharge from tissues.
Causing contraction of the tissues, binding
that which constricts or contracts soft organic tissues.
a chemical substance that tends to shrink or constrict body tissues, usually locally after topical medicinal application
a substance which contracts tissues , chiefly by coagulating albumin
draws together or constricts
Shrinking or contracting of tissues in the mouth to produce a puckery effect.
a substance that cleans the skin and tightens pores.
is an alcohol lotion that dries the skin and makes the skin feel tight.
substance that contracts, dries, shrivels, or otherwise “tightens up†the surface upon which it is placed.
an agent that causes contraction or stops discharges e.g. tannic acid used in treating diarrhea.
A substance that has a tightening effect on the skin.
constricts tissue, reducing discharge and secretions.
A solution that removes oil from the skin, tightens pores, and normalizes skin after cleansing.
tightens the tissues, reduces fluid loss.
used to remove excessive moisture from the skin surface and to tighten pores and even out skin tone. Also acts as a cleanser
causes contraction of tissue and thereby restrains discharges.
Contracts muscular fiber by irritation; arrests discharges
substances that have constricting or binding effect; aids in breaking down secretions.
having a binding or contracting action on mucous membranes and tissue (Rosehip, Meadowsweet and Comfrey)
firms organs and tissues as well as reduces excretions
binds to mucous membranes and reduces irritation and secretions Oak bark, Blackberry root, Nettle, Witch hazel
An agent which causes the contraction of tissue.
an herb-based liquid or cream who's properties include contraction of the skin, for tightening and soothing.
Agent which causes local vasoconstiction and closing of pores
A topical agent that causes contractions in the skin.
Tightens and contract tissue, and reduce irritation, secretions & discharges Cranesbill, Witch Hazel
Binding. Causing contraction of the tissues.
Astringents contract tissue and can reduce secretions and discharges. Bilberry fruit, Blessed Thistle, Calendula, Cleavers, Cramp bark, Golden Seal, Hops, Kola nut, Muira Puama, Pipsissewa, Red root, Sheep Sorrel, Slippery Elm, Squawvine, Stillingia, St. John's Wort, Suma, Turkish Rhubarb, Uva Ursi, Yarrow, Yellow Dock.
causes contraction of organic tissue; tonic; restorative
A member of the toner family effective on oily and blemished complexions. Performs a tightening action on the skin and pores.
Causes tightening of the mucous membranes and tissues it comes in contact with.
Constricts or tightens the skin, used in facial preparations, also removes oils from the skin.
Contracts, tightens and binds tissue.
Mouthfeel characteristic that "draws" the tongue and tissues, often apparent as after-taste.
1. Med. Tending to draw together or constrict tissue : STYPTIC. 2. Harsh : severe. An astringent substance or drug, as alum.
Contracts, firms, and strengthens skin and other tissue; reduces secretions.
astringents have a binding action on mucous membranes, skin, and other tissue. They reduce irritation and inflammation, and create a barrier against infection that is to wounds and burns.
An agent with a drawing together or binding effect. Used to stop hemorrhages, mucous or infectious discharges.
causes contraction of tissues
Increases tissue tone/ firmness; contracts tissue.
Contracts organic tissue, reducing secretions.
used to remove skin surface oils and to temporarily help appearance of pores
Contracts tissue, including blood vessels, lessening secretions. Bacteriostatic Hampers the growth of bacteria.
an agent that contracts or shrinks tissues; it's used to decrease secretions or control bleeding.
an agent that tends to constrict tissues, stop secretions or control bleeding.
Tightens, binds, and contracts tissue
A drug which contracts tissues and lessens secretions.
A substance which tightens tissues and reduces secretions. It tightens pores.
causing soft body parts to contract, reducing blood flow.
causes contraction and arrests discharges.
an agent, which contract tissues and checks secretions, allay inflammations, acts as styptic (stops capillary blood flow), stimulates epithelial growth locally, acts as antiseptic and protective
Contains constricting agents.
herbs which draw or tighten particularly in reference to skin tissue.
A substance that has a constricting or binding effect
Shrinks tissues and prevents secretion of fluids.
Causing contraction of organic tissue
Tightens mucous membranes and skin, reducing secretions and bleeding from abrasions.
A substance that dries or tightens the surface in on which it is applied.
A cooling liquid containing high amounts of alcohol, used to freshen the skin by removing surface oils and temporarily contracting the pores. Astringents are useful for people with oily or combination skin. But they can be too harsh for dry skin, which may benefit instead from a no-alcohol facial toner.
High tannic acid content giving a furry feeling on the tongue.
agent that constricts and binds by coagulation of proteins a cell surface
An astringent, as part of the facial cleansing system, is commonly known as toner, and it controls oily skin and lowers the pH of the face after cleansing. Basically, it draws tissues together
The effect of some herbal and other ingredients which results in a tightening action of the skin with diminishing of the pores. Also a member of the toner family effective on oily/blemished complexions.
Affects endocrine system and hormone function due to its ability to cause contraction of tissues.
Critical term usually used to describe a relatively tannic white wine.
Capable of tightening soft tissues in the body. Astringents are used to stop bleeding, to reduce inflammation, and to stop diarrhea.
Toner helpful in controlling surface oils and in lowering the pH after cleansing.
Bind mucous membranes, skin and other exposed tissue. When used to stop internal or external bleeding it is called styptic.
An agent that causes tissue to contract.
Contracts body tissue and checks secretions
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Any substance or agent that causes tissues to contract or that inhibits secretion of fluids such as mucus or blood. find all NHC pages containing: astringent
Herbal action. Tightens mucous membranes and skin