The present disclosure relates to a cosmetic cleansing composition which contains at least one nonionic surfactant having the following formula (I)R1CO—N(R2)—CH2—CH(OH)—CH(OH)—CH(OH)—CH(OH)—CH2OH (I),wherein R1CO denotes a straight-chained or branched, saturated or unsaturated C8-C22-acyl radical and R2 denotes a C1-C4-alkyl radical and at least one polyethylene glycol of a molar mass MW with an average mass of 1,000,000 to 10,000,000 Dalton is contained. The cosmetic cleansing compositions are storage- and temperature-stable and generate large amounts of a dense, creamy foam which can be distributed well and glides on the skin and can also be rinsed off well and leaves a smooth, soft and nourished skin feeling. The cleansing agents also have a very pleasant texture. With an additional content of special thickening agents, the rheology and removability of the cleansing agents from the respective container can be controlled and/or adjusted particularly well.
