Abstract: The invention relates to a single use cleansing sheet comprising: (a) a first fibrous water soluble polymer; (b) a second fibrous water soluble polymer which is different from said first fibrous water soluble polymer; wherein the ratio of (a) and (b) is effective to provide a cleansing sheet which wets out almost immediately upon contact with water; (c) a plasticizer in an amount effective to increase the flexibility and strength of the sheet; (d) a surfactant portion present in an amount effective to provide cleansing and lathering properties; and (e) water. In another embodiment, the invention relates to a method for cleansing the hands, face, hair, or body comprising wetting the cleansing sheet according to the invention with water, applying mild friction and contacting hands, face or body with the wetted sheet.