Improving the appearance only (8)

I believe the answer is:

cosmetic

(Other definitions for cosmetic that I've seen before include "Beauty preparation" , "Toiletry to beautify" , "improving superficial appearance" , "Substance for beautifying the face (8)." , "With surface effect only" .)

I've seen this clue in The Mirror and The Daily Mail.

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