Scrub:
Scrub is the product which is used for exfoliation or to remove dead cells on the face. It keeps the skin smooth and glowing. After the scrub is being used, the face should be moisturized to prevent from dryness.
Cleanser:
Cleanser is the face product which is used to remove makeup, oil, dirt, etc. from the face. It is a part of skin care routine.
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| Basis | Scrub | Cleanser |
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| Definition | a beauty product or treatment which cleanses and exfoliates the skin of the face (www.collinsdictionary.com) |
A substance that cleanses something, especially a cosmetic product for cleansing the skin (www.oxforddictionaries.com) |
| Objectives/Purpose | The purpose of using scrub is to remove dead skin cells. | The purpose of using cleanser is to remove dirt. |
| Synonyms | Cleanse, rub, brush, rasp, launder | Purifier, refiner, clearer, borax, cream |
| Antonyms | Organize, set up, apparel, assemble, align | Stainer, spotter, polluter, dirtier, contaminator |
| Word origin | The word scrub was originated from Late 16th century: probably from Middle Low German, Middle Dutch schrobben, schrubben. | The word cleanser was originated before 1000 from Middle English; Old English clǣnsere. |
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