Definition
n. a product you use to wash your skin and remove dirt or oil. It is often gentler than regular soap and is common in skincare routines.
n. a substance or preparation used for cleaning, specifically a cosmetic product designed to remove impurities from the skin. Often formulated to maintain the skin's natural moisture barrier compared to traditional surfactants.
Examples
“She uses a gentle cleanser every morning.”
“Dermatologists often recommend a soap-free cleanser for patients with sensitive skin to avoid irritation.”
“The market for facial cleansers has expanded significantly, with consumers now choosing between oil-based balms, foaming gels, and micellar waters depending on their specific dermatological needs.”
Examples
simple
“She uses a gentle cleanser every morning.”
contextual
“Dermatologists often recommend a soap-free cleanser for patients with sensitive skin to avoid irritation.”
complex
“The market for facial cleansers has expanded significantly, with consumers now choosing between oil-based balms, foaming gels, and micellar waters depending on their specific dermatological needs.”
Usage
Countable when referring to a specific product or brand; uncountable when referring to the substance in general.
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- B1 · Intermediate
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