as in soaps
a substance used for cleaning
a bathroom cleanser
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Recent Examples of cleansers
In these conditions, thick, milky formulas can be swapped for gentle gel and foaming cleansers.
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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
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
Think of these products as facial oil cleansers…but for your whole body.
—Jenna Ryu, SELF, 3 Jan. 2025
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
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
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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Add into the mix consistent hand-washing, doing the dishes with harsh soaps, and something as mundane as getting gel nail polish cured with a UV light?—
Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
4 Apr. 2026
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Phthalates also help lubricate substances and carry fragrances in personal care products, including deodorants; nail polishes; perfumes; hair gels, sprays or shampoos; soaps; and body lotions.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Beshear, a former state attorney general, noted that many other items already contain warning labels, including cosmetics, personal hygiene products and household cleaners.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
2 Apr. 2026
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Dixon says to stick to multiuse tools, cleaners, and good ol’ soap and water to get these jobs done, while also doing your best to clean on a regular schedule.—
Lori Keong,
Architectural Digest,
2 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Cleansers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cleansers. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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