Cleanser

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Cleanser

Cleanser (/ˈklɛnzər/), derived from the English verb "cleanse" meaning to remove dirt, is a type of product used in personal hygiene and housekeeping.

Etymology

The term "cleanser" is derived from the Middle English word "clensen", which means to clean or purify. The suffix "-er" is used to denote an agent noun, indicating something or someone who performs an action. In this case, a cleanser is something that performs the action of cleaning.

Types of Cleansers

There are several types of cleansers, each designed for a specific use.

  • Facial Cleanser: A product used to remove make-up, dead skin cells, oil, dirt, and other types of pollutants from the skin of the face.
  • Body Cleanser: A product used for cleaning the body, often in the form of a liquid or bar soap.
  • Household Cleanser: A product used for cleaning surfaces in the home, such as kitchen counters, bathroom surfaces, and floors.

Related Terms

  • Soap: A substance used with water for washing and cleaning, made of a compound of natural oils or fats with sodium hydroxide or another strong alkali, and typically having perfume and coloring added.
  • Shampoo: A liquid preparation containing detergent or soap for washing the hair.
  • Detergent: A water-soluble cleansing agent which combines with impurities and dirt to make them more soluble, and differs from soap in being able to function in hard water or sea water.

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