as in soaps
a substance used for cleaning
a bathroom cleanser
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Recent Examples of cleansers
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.
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Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
25 June 2026
Do not use soap and water to wash your face and rely on more gentle cleansers.
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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.
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Kelle Walsh,
NPR,
18 June 2026
Baking soda and white vinegar also make great low-pH cleansers.
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Better Homes & Gardens,
7 June 2026
Skin care dominated the front of the store, with dedicated areas for toner pads, face masks, cleansers, derma care, hair care and fragrance.
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Ryma Chikhoune,
Footwear News,
2 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.
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Kieaundria Bellamy,
InStyle,
29 May 2026
However, most commercial enzymatic cleansers are mild enough for all types of materials (including wool).
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Louise Parks,
Martha Stewart,
21 May 2026
The shampoo relies on a blend of gentle, sulfate-free cleansers to lift away buildup while delivering hydration with glycerin and conditioning polymers, so hair feels clean but not stripped.
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Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
28 Apr. 2026
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
Skin care dominated the front of the store, with dedicated areas for toner pads, face masks, cleansers, derma care, hair care and fragrance.
—
Ryma Chikhoune,
Footwear News,
2 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
However, most commercial enzymatic cleansers are mild enough for all types of materials (including wool).
—
Louise Parks,
Martha Stewart,
21 May 2026
The shampoo relies on a blend of gentle, sulfate-free cleansers to lift away buildup while delivering hydration with glycerin and conditioning polymers, so hair feels clean but not stripped.
—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
28 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cleansers
Noun
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Organic alternatives to miticides are horticultural oils and insecticidal soaps.
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Her varied career took her into Larry David's orbit with a recurring role as Loretta on Curb Your Enthusiasm, another recurring role on Empire, and a return to soaps on The Young and the Restless.
Noun
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Clean glass in shaded conditions to stop cleaners from drying too fast and leaving marks.
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Try running a vacation rental somewhere without reliable cleaners, handymen or a guest base.
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“Cleansers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cleansers. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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