cleanser

noun

cleans·​er ˈklen-zər How to pronounce cleanser (audio)
Synonyms of cleansernext
: a person or thing that cleanses something
especially : a preparation (such as a scouring powder or a skin cream) used for cleaning

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Examples of cleanser in a Sentence

Sprinkle some cleanser on the floor and let it sit for a while before you start scrubbing.
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Use a gentle scalp cleanser, moisturizer and oil to keep your sensitive hair follicles healthy, avoiding products with sulfates that can dry out the skin. — Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 9 Oct. 2026 For the skincare enthusiast who knows her serums from her essences, an exfoliating cleanser from DIME Beauty can be a thoughtful addition to her routine. — Ethan Stone october 9, Idaho Statesman, 9 Oct. 2026 Salt + Stones luxe body cleanser is 20% off its usual price tag at $29. — Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 7 Oct. 2026 The trademark was filed for products including acne treatments, cleansers, moisturizers, SPFs, cosmetics, perfumes, and hair and body care products including soaps and shampoos, among other beauty products including hand sanitizers. — Noor Lobad, Footwear News, 6 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for cleanser

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of cleanser was before the 12th century

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“Cleanser.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cleanser. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026.

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cleanser

noun
cleans·​er ˈklen-zər How to pronounce cleanser (audio)
: a substance (as a scouring powder or cold cream) used for cleaning

Medical Definition

cleanser

noun
cleans·​er ˈklen-zər How to pronounce cleanser (audio)
: a preparation including a cleaning agent for cleansing the skin, the teeth, or glass surfaces
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