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

There is also a gentle cleanser for daily use, an SPF and a calming spray for when your skin is feeling tight. —Lollie King, refinery29.com, 19 Sep. 2024

How to use: After wetting your face, apply cleanser directly to the tool and turn it on to activate the sonic pulsations. —Jenny Berg, Vogue, 8 Sep. 2024

The resulting formula is a gentle and effective cleanser with a host of benefits that have its eco-friendly suds making a splash within the beauty and environmentally-conscious household cleaning spaces alike. —Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 6 Sep. 2024

One cleanser, in particular, even won a 2023 Best of Beauty Award. —Devon Abelman, Allure, 12 Aug. 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