cleanser

noun

cleans·​er ˈklen-zər 

: a person or thing that cleanses something

especially : a preparation (such as a scouring powder or a skin cream) used for cleaning

Synonyms

• cleaner
• detergent
• soap

Examples of cleanser in a Sentence

Sprinkle some cleanser on the floor and let it sit for a while before you start scrubbing.

Recent Examples on the Web

Eve Lom Twelve Day Advent Calendar Buy Now for $290 From its cult-favorite cleanser to its pampering masks, Eve Lom's 12-product skincare set has everything your routine needs to boost your glow in the new year. —Jackie Fields, People.com, 2 Nov. 2024

Harsh cleaners and products: Bar soaps, antibacterial soaps, and some cleansers can be alkaline, disrupting the acid mantle when used on the face. —Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 30 Oct. 2024

Baking Soda And Dish Soap When trying to remove or lighten stains that are already set on your Pyrex dish, a combination of a gentle abrasive cleanser and a little elbow grease with a plastic or nylon scrubby (never steel wool) can work wonders. —Sheri Castle, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2024

Every skin care routine should include the basics: a cleanser and a moisturizer. —Jessica Kasparian, SELF, 1 Nov. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

cleanser

noun

cleans·​er ˈklen-zər 

: a substance (as a scouring powder or cold cream) used for cleaning

Medical Definition

cleanser

noun

cleans·​er ˈklen-zər 

: a preparation including a cleaning agent for cleansing the skin, the teeth, or glass surfaces