Cleansers are substances used to clean and disinfect surfaces, objects, and even the body. The crossword solutions for the term CLEANSER include DISINFECTANT (12 letters), CATHARTIC (9 letters), PURGATIVE (9 letters), PURIFIER (8 letters), DETERGENT (9 letters), BORAX (5 letters), and SOAP (4 letters). Disinfectants are chemical compounds used to kill germs and bacteria on surfaces. Cathartics and purgatives are substances used to induce bowel movements and cleanse the intestines. Purifiers are substances used to remove impurities from a substance or environment. Detergents are substances used to remove dirt and grease from surfaces. BORAX is a naturally occurring mineral used as a cleaning agent. SOAP is a combination of fats and oils used to clean the body.