as in soaps
a substance used for cleaning
a bathroom cleanser
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Recent Examples of cleansers
Infused in cleansers, toners, and even essences, K-beauty’s exfoliating ingredients are often gentle and appear alongside hydrators to keep skin comfortable, while still delivering their brightening, smoothing, and resurfacing benefits.
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Deanna Pai, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2025
Not sure where to start with Korean cleansers?
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 8 Oct. 2025
Lots of skin care products, from cleansers to serums to moisturizers include B3, which is marketed as an ingredient to help improve skin tone and texture.
—Allison Aubrey, NPR, 17 Sep. 2025
Harsh chemicals like bleach and abrasive scrubbers like steel wool can ruin your hardware, so check the manufacturer’s instructions and stick to gentle cleansers to play it safe.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 13 Sep. 2025
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
Plain water or fragrance-free cleansers are still the best options for the vulvar area.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 21 Aug. 2025
Below, the cleansers, ampoules, and sunscreens worth adding to cart.
—Sarah Y. Wu, Glamour, 14 Aug. 2025
Several soaps, external-pain management products, antimicrobial foam soaps and antiseptic cleansers were included in the recall.
—Chris Morris, Fortune, 13 Aug. 2025
Deanna Pai, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2025
Not sure where to start with Korean cleansers?
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 8 Oct. 2025
Lots of skin care products, from cleansers to serums to moisturizers include B3, which is marketed as an ingredient to help improve skin tone and texture.
—Allison Aubrey, NPR, 17 Sep. 2025
Harsh chemicals like bleach and abrasive scrubbers like steel wool can ruin your hardware, so check the manufacturer’s instructions and stick to gentle cleansers to play it safe.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 13 Sep. 2025
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
Plain water or fragrance-free cleansers are still the best options for the vulvar area.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 21 Aug. 2025
Below, the cleansers, ampoules, and sunscreens worth adding to cart.
—Sarah Y. Wu, Glamour, 14 Aug. 2025
Several soaps, external-pain management products, antimicrobial foam soaps and antiseptic cleansers were included in the recall.
—Chris Morris, Fortune, 13 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cleansers
Noun
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The four fragrances will be available to purchase in a wide assortment, including three-wick candles, fine fragrance mists, body creams, body washes, foaming hand soaps, hand sanitizer sprays, laundry care, decor and wallflowers.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
14 Oct. 2025
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The event features nearly two dozen local artisans and small businesses selling their goods, ranging from ornaments, decor and jewelry to soaps, quilts and baked goods.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Oct. 2025
Noun
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That’s why professional cleaners always make a point to minimize it before heading to bed.—
Quincy Bulin,
Southern Living,
15 Oct. 2025
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As more consumers try to cut down on plastic waste, start-ups and big brands are hoping to usher in a new age of refillable household cleaners.—
New York Times,
New York Times,
10 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Cleansers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cleansers. Accessed 22 Oct. 2025.
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