as in soaps
a substance used for cleaning
a bathroom cleanser
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Recent Examples of cleansers
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.
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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
The other competitions feel like palate cleansers; the Premier League feels like a gruelling march towards gratification.
—James McNicholas, New York Times, 26 Jan. 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
Ahead, discover the best gentle cleansers—with balm, oil, gel, foaming, and cream washes to choose from—vetted by top dermatologists and Vogue editors alike.
—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
From gentle cleansers to serums that tackle fine lines and wrinkles, all ages (even my 20-something self) would appreciate her picks.
—Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 11 Jan. 2026
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
The other competitions feel like palate cleansers; the Premier League feels like a gruelling march towards gratification.
—James McNicholas, New York Times, 26 Jan. 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
Ahead, discover the best gentle cleansers—with balm, oil, gel, foaming, and cream washes to choose from—vetted by top dermatologists and Vogue editors alike.
—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
From gentle cleansers to serums that tackle fine lines and wrinkles, all ages (even my 20-something self) would appreciate her picks.
—Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 11 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cleansers
Noun
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Mild soaps are safe for cleaning a bird feeder, provided it is thoroughly rinsed to remove any residue.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
5 Feb. 2026
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Elliot, who’s also appeared on soaps All My Children, Days of Our Lives and The City, is a four-time Emmy nominee, with one win.—
Victoria Edel,
PEOPLE,
30 Jan. 2026
Noun
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While most of us know about laundry, decluttering, and scrubbing the bathroom, there are some tasks that even the most ardent cleaners may overlook.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
4 Feb. 2026
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Robotic vacuum cleaners and electric floor cleaners always end up in thrift stores after being unused in a home, and are usually priced low enough to take a chance on at the thrift store.—
Ashley Poskin,
Martha Stewart,
1 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Cleansers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cleansers. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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