Comic set out to get make-up item (8)
I believe the answer is:
cosmetic
'make-up item' is the definition.
'cosmetic' can be an answer for 'make-up' (I've seen this before). I am unsure of the 'item' bit.
'comic set out' is the wordplay.
'out' is an anagram indicator (out can mean wrong or inaccurate).
'comic'+'set'='comicset'
'comicset' is an anagram of 'COSMETIC'.
'to get' acts as a link.
Can you help me to learn more?
(Other definitions for cosmetic that I've seen before include "Designed for appearance' sake" , "Beauty preparation" , "improving superficial appearance" , "better looks" , "Superficial - lipstick, say" .)