cleanser

noun

cleans·​er ˈklen-zər 

: a person or thing that cleanses something

especially : a preparation (such as a scouring powder or a skin cream) used for cleaning

Synonyms of cleanser

• soap

Examples of cleanser in a Sentence

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

Recent Examples on the Web

Their late-afternoon set is sure to serve as a perfect palate cleanser for Thursday’s festival. — Britt Julious, Chicago Tribune, 26 July 2026

The budget-friendly cleanser is formulated for normal to dry skin types and provides a gentle cleanse that still lifts makeup, residue, and other grime of the day. — Jessie Quinn, PEOPLE, 22 July 2026

Set against the backdrop of Picklesburgh, the Vintage Grand Prix display worked as a kind of palate cleanser. — Gabby Sartori, USA Today, 20 July 2026

For marble and natural stone, Flores recommends using Swiffer’s dry cloths and a pH-neutral cleanser specifically formulated to keep polished stone etch-free. — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 20 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

cleanser

noun

cleans·​er ˈklen-zər 

: a substance (as a scouring powder or cold cream) used for cleaning

Medical Definition

cleanser

noun

cleans·​er ˈklen-zər 

: a preparation including a cleaning agent for cleansing the skin, the teeth, or glass surfaces