as in soaps
a substance used for cleaning
a bathroom cleanser
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Recent Examples of cleansers
This means that TruSkin’s beloved Vitamin C Serum, plus hydrating sunscreen, replenishing hyaluronic acid serum, and brightening cleansers are fair game.
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Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 16 Apr. 2026
Avoid harsh foaming cleansers that can dry your skin further.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Apr. 2026
Avoid harsh foaming cleansers that can dry skin further, which is especially important when your skin is already producing less oil.
—Kansas City Star, 8 Apr. 2026
In these conditions, thick, milky formulas can be swapped for gentle gel and foaming cleansers.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 19 Mar. 2026
Treat stains gently with baking soda or mild cleansers.
—Rae Ford, Martha Stewart, 7 Mar. 2026
The experts say that most people are in the clear to give oil cleansers a try.
—Grace McCarty, Glamour, 6 Mar. 2026
As oil production decreases with age, harsh cleansers can strip the skin barrier and worsen dryness.
—Allison Palmer
updated February 25, Miami Herald, 25 Feb. 2026
Think of these products as facial oil cleansers…but for your whole body.
—Jenna Ryu, SELF, 3 Jan. 2025
Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 16 Apr. 2026
Avoid harsh foaming cleansers that can dry your skin further.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Apr. 2026
Avoid harsh foaming cleansers that can dry skin further, which is especially important when your skin is already producing less oil.
—Kansas City Star, 8 Apr. 2026
In these conditions, thick, milky formulas can be swapped for gentle gel and foaming cleansers.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 19 Mar. 2026
Treat stains gently with baking soda or mild cleansers.
—Rae Ford, Martha Stewart, 7 Mar. 2026
The experts say that most people are in the clear to give oil cleansers a try.
—Grace McCarty, Glamour, 6 Mar. 2026
As oil production decreases with age, harsh cleansers can strip the skin barrier and worsen dryness.
—Allison Palmer
updated February 25, Miami Herald, 25 Feb. 2026
Think of these products as facial oil cleansers…but for your whole body.
—Jenna Ryu, SELF, 3 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cleansers
Noun
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As was common for many soaps at the time, it could be used for both the body and for laundry.—
Alexander Coolidge,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
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Avoid soaps that are labeled antibacterial or that contain environmental contaminants like parabens, phthalates, or triclosan.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
11 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Stay away from abrasive cleaners or alkaline products (like vinegar).—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
19 Apr. 2026
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But household cleaners are less likely to spoil and more likely to lose their potency.—
Lauren Wellbank,
Martha Stewart,
19 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Cleansers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cleansers. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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