cleanser

as in soap
a substance used for cleaning a bathroom cleanser

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Recent Examples of cleanser According to Allies of Skin, apply three pumps to the face and neck to damp skin, post cleanser and toner. Akili King, Vogue, 10 Sep. 2025 The product line is aimed at those with an active lifestyle and includes a cleanser, a moisturizer and a mist. Alex Gurley, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2025 Formulated for normal to dry skin, this gentle daily facial cleanser transforms from a silky oil to a soft, lathering foam that deeply cleanses your skin, effectively removing dirt, excess oil and stubborn makeup without clogging pores, leaving residue or a greasy feeling. Adam Mills, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025 Most beauty aficionados say a cleanser, serum, eye cream, SPF, and moisturizer cover all the bases. Tatayana Yomary, Essence, 2 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for cleanser
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cleanser
soap
Noun
  • The soap's sensual marketing theme earned mixed reactions on social media, with some users dubbing it a gimmick and questioning the item's cleanliness.
    Edward Segarra, USA Today, 13 Sep. 2025
  • Cochrane’s upbringing may have played a role in her belief that getting away from the hand-washing of dishes could be anything more than a soap dream.
    Jeremy Lott, The Washington Examiner, 12 Sep. 2025

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“Cleanser.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cleanser. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.

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