cleanser

noun

cleans·er | \ ˈklen-zər

Definition of cleanser

: a person or thing that cleanses something especially : a preparation (such as a scouring powder or a skin cream) used for cleaning

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Examples of cleanser in a Sentence

Sprinkle some cleanser on the floor and let it sit for a while before you start scrubbing.

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Some soldiers use special cosmetic cleansers to remove camouflage paint used in military exercises like this one last year. — Jonathan Cheng, WSJ, "The Secret to Surviving Military Service: Moisturizer, Foam Cleanser, Cucumber Face Mask," 23 Aug. 2018 Looking for a palate cleanser after all those wholesome Christmas movies saturating every TV channel? — Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, "Chilling Adventures of Sabrina," 18 Dec. 2018 The culprits: a change in hormones or the weather, or using alcoholbased cleansers or bar soap. — Melissa Matthews, Woman's Day, "The Foolproof Anti-Aging Skin Routine," 24 Aug. 2015 After rinsing the sink, sprinkle it with baking soda or powder cleanser, scrub with a nylon sponge and rinse well. — Elle Decor Staff, ELLE Decor, "How to Keep a Clean Kitchen," 28 Sep. 2011 Clean the day away with a cleanser and makeup remover, like Neutrogena Oil Free Eye Makeup Remover or GH Seal holder Garnier All-in-1 Micellar Cleansing Water. — Blake Bakkila, Good Housekeeping, "Here's Exactly How You Should Order Your Daily Skincare and Makeup Routine," 29 Aug. 2018 Products have come & gone but a gentle cleanser is everything to me! — Colleen Kratofil, PEOPLE.com, "The Real Housewives of Dallas," 9 Apr. 2018 My personal favorite cleanser for all skin types, including acne- and oil-prone, is the Aquation Gentle Moisturizing Cleanser, which totally changed my skin game. — Chloe Metzger, Marie Claire, "Hi, Please Stop Using Skincare Products That "Kinda, Sorta Sting"," 27 Feb. 2018 Houseplants can work as a natural cleanser in the same way, but please don’t throw those out after a single use. — Alyssa Nassner, Curbed, "Cleansing 101: Keeping your home’s energy in check," 17 Oct. 2018

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