cleanser

as in soap
a substance used for cleaning a bathroom cleanser

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Recent Examples of cleanser Right now that's skin and body care that put major emphasis on hydration, from Tracee Ellis Ross's new collection to cleansers and creams courtesy of SkinMedica and Éminence Organic Skin Care. Jackie Fields, People.com, 1 Sep. 2025 Abrasive Tools Just like abrasive cleansers can damage the surface of your tile, so can your cleaning tools. Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 1 Sep. 2025 For starters, a gentle facial cleanser should be used at night to wash off sweat, grime, air pollutants and anything that could clog pores and cause acne. Khanh T.l. Tran, USA Today, 29 Aug. 2025 This CeraVe acne cleanser is best for acne-prone skin—a major concern for teens—and helps clear away pimples and blackheads. Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 29 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for cleanser
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cleanser
soap
Noun
  • The dessert station handwash sink remained, but lacked soap.
    David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 5 Sep. 2025
  • Gentle soap and water is best, and make sure to thoroughly dry the cabinets inside and out after cleaning.
    Heather Bien, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2025

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“Cleanser.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cleanser. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.

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