cleansers

plural of cleanser
as in soaps
a substance used for cleaning a bathroom cleanser

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Recent Examples of cleansers For this story, Jessie reached out to top dermatologists to find out their go-to drugstore skincare finds, including must-try cleansers, moisturizers, and sunscreens. Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 31 July 2026 From cleansers, serums, moisturizers, SPF, masks, and more, below are the 19 skin-care products we’ve been obsessed with in 2026 so far. Audrey Noble, Vogue, 27 July 2026 Originally known for its electronic cleansers, the Swedish beauty tech group is doubling down on LED devices, launching Foreo UFO LED Lighthouse Panel, $59, on Wednesday exclusively at 1,500 CVS stores nationwide. Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 14 July 2026 This one, for example, is designed to keep bottles upright, so there’s no need to fear messes caused by upended hair products, cleansers, and more. Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 25 June 2026 Do not use soap and water to wash your face and rely on more gentle cleansers. Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 23 June 2026 Because moisturizers stay on your face (and don't get washed off like cleansers), getting one with ingredients that offer extra benefits isn't a bad idea — for example, antioxidants to help support skin health or retinols to improve texture and tone. Kelle Walsh, NPR, 18 June 2026 Baking soda and white vinegar also make great low-pH cleansers. Better Homes & Gardens, 7 June 2026 For this specific skin type, knowing which products to include in your morning routine is key, since dry skin and harsh cleansers are simply not a match made in heaven. Kieaundria Bellamy, InStyle, 29 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cleansers
Noun
  • Mealy bugs and scale insects are causing plants to decline; control with insecticidal soaps.
    Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Other natural pesticides — like insecticidal soaps or essential oils (rosemary, thyme, peppermint) — may also cause allergic reactions in humans and are unsafe to swallow, says Runyon.
    Nicole Hernandez, USA Today, 1 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Clean granite with mild dish soap, warm water, and a soft cloth; avoid acidic cleaners like vinegar or lemon.
    Caitlin Sole, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Wear gloves to protect your skin from any cleaners used, and make sure your ladder is steady.
    Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 4 Aug. 2026

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“Cleansers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cleansers. Accessed 9 Aug. 2026.

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