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Powder used by first alchemists (4)

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I believe the answer is:

talc

'powder' is the definition.
(I know that talc is a type of powder)

'used by first alchemists' is the wordplay.
'used by' indicates a hidden word.
'TALC' can be found hidden inside 'first alchemists'.

(Other definitions for talc that I've seen before include "Drier" , "White powder for the bathroom" , "Soft stuff" , "Scented powder used after bathing" , "Cosmetic powder" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian.
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