as in soaps
a substance used for cleaning
a bathroom cleanser
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Recent Examples of cleansers
Either commercial bathroom cleansers or white vinegar can effectively remove hard water stains and mineral buildup.
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Rae Ford, Martha Stewart, 16 Feb. 2026
But those caretaker spells were ultimately palate cleansers, a welcome chance to reset the mood after first Jose Mourinho and then Antonio Conte had toxified the club.
—Jack Pitt-Brooke, New York Times, 11 Feb. 2026
Use air fresheners, burn a scented candle, open the windows, sprinkle baking soda on carpets, set out a bowl of vinegar, or clean with scented cleansers.
—Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 10 Feb. 2026
From cleansers and toners to serums and sunscreens, these products have delivered real results, smart formulations, and lasting innovation.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 1 Feb. 2026
To provide context, Estée Lauder Companies (EL) offers a vast array of skin care, makeup, fragrance, and hair care products worldwide, including moisturizers, serums, cleansers, fragrances, and body care items.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
My safe space lies within the realm of the best gentle cleansers.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 15 Jan. 2026
Think of citric acid as the supporting actor in your exfoliating cleansers, toners, leave-on exfoliators, or serums.
—Jacqueline Kilikita, Refinery29, 14 Jan. 2026
Currently, dermocosmetics is Aroma-Zone’s strongest product category, which comprises facial serums, creams and cleansers.
—Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 13 Jan. 2026
Rae Ford, Martha Stewart, 16 Feb. 2026
But those caretaker spells were ultimately palate cleansers, a welcome chance to reset the mood after first Jose Mourinho and then Antonio Conte had toxified the club.
—Jack Pitt-Brooke, New York Times, 11 Feb. 2026
Use air fresheners, burn a scented candle, open the windows, sprinkle baking soda on carpets, set out a bowl of vinegar, or clean with scented cleansers.
—Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 10 Feb. 2026
From cleansers and toners to serums and sunscreens, these products have delivered real results, smart formulations, and lasting innovation.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 1 Feb. 2026
To provide context, Estée Lauder Companies (EL) offers a vast array of skin care, makeup, fragrance, and hair care products worldwide, including moisturizers, serums, cleansers, fragrances, and body care items.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
My safe space lies within the realm of the best gentle cleansers.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 15 Jan. 2026
Think of citric acid as the supporting actor in your exfoliating cleansers, toners, leave-on exfoliators, or serums.
—Jacqueline Kilikita, Refinery29, 14 Jan. 2026
Currently, dermocosmetics is Aroma-Zone’s strongest product category, which comprises facial serums, creams and cleansers.
—Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 13 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cleansers
Noun
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The trend toward a more sustainable Mardi Gras has been growing for years and includes a small but growing variety of more thoughtful throws like food, soaps and sunglasses.—
TRAVIS LOLLER,
Arkansas Online,
16 Feb. 2026
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At hotels, which have been ditching items like free soaps and even bathroom doors to economize, the free breakfast is a sacred cow that some worry will not survive, increasingly seen by hotel operators as an money pit eating into the thin margins of the business.—
Kevin Williams,
CNBC,
15 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The best way to keep your shower mold-free is to stick to a weekly cleaning routine that consists of wiping down the surface with cleaners and wiping the shower dry after each use.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
19 Feb. 2026
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Window Frames Window frames are usually one of the dirtiest surfaces in the house—but can easily be cleaned with steam cleaners, says Marisol Rivera, a cleaning expert and professional organizer.—
Rae Ford,
Martha Stewart,
19 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Cleansers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cleansers. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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