What does the cryptic crossword clue "Secure northern European cosmetic treatment (4,6)" mean?

The definition is "cosmetic treatment". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). NAIL (synonym="secure") + POLISH (synonym="European") = NAIL POLISH; definition: "cosmetic treatment" The answer is NAIL POLISH.

Secure northern European cosmetic treatment (4,6)

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