What does the cryptic crossword clue "Having run out of nail polish, ordered Germanic cosmetic (9,5)" mean?

The definition is "cosmetic". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of VA (synonym="VA") + NISH (synonym="NISH") + GERMANIC (synonym="GERMANIC") = VANISHING CREAM; definition: "cosmetic" The answer is VANISHING CREAM.

Having run out of nail polish, ordered Germanic cosmetic (9,5)

Times Cryptic #28639 | 8 Across | 2023-06-26 flower

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