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 of cleanser

• 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

Because with atopic dermatitis, your skin barrier is already compromised, so the wrong cleanser can make things worse. —Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 2 May 2026

The Pathless is the perfect palette cleanser for the huge AAA games that increasingly dominate gaming with each passing generation. —George Yang, PC Magazine, 1 May 2026

For marble and natural stone, Flores recommends using Swiffer's dry cloths and a pH-neutral cleanser specifically formulated to keep polished stone etch-free. —Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 29 Apr. 2026

Shop the squalane cleanser and hyaluronic acid hydrator that the brand recommends using with this serum, plus extras like eye serums, foaming cleansers, soothing serums, and retinal serums for more anti-aging results. —Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 28 Apr. 2026

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