It's used in oriental cosmetics (4)

I believe the answer is:

talc

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'it's' is the definition.
I can't judge whether this definition defines the answer.

'in oriental cosmetics' is the wordplay.
'in' indicates a hidden word.
'TALC' is hidden within 'oriental cosmetics'.

'used' is the link.

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(Other definitions for talc that I've seen before include "soother" , "Mica - scented body powder" , "Fragrant powder" , "Scented powder used after bathing" , "Soft white powder" .)

I've seen this clue in The Irish News.

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