Bit of retinoid cream (3)

I believe the answer is:

dab

(Other definitions for dab that I've seen before include "[SOMETHING FISHY]" , "Lightly press" , "Touch gently - fingerprint" , "Expert; flatfish" , "Flatfish; fingerprint" .)

I've seen this clue in the USA Today.

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