Extra-soft mineral (4)

I believe the answer is:

talc

(Other definitions for talc that I've seen before include "Drier" , "Powder used as toiletry" , "Perfumed drying powder" , "Softest substance in Mohs scale of hardness" , "It is used to absorb moisture" .)

I've seen this clue in the USA Today.

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