The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word PLISSE
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The straight part
We know that "wrinkles after chemical treatment" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case wrinkles after chemical treatment = plisse.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does PLISSE mean?
PLISSE noun- A fabric treated so as to be permanently puckered or crinkled.
- Of a fabric, treated to give a permanent puckered or crinkled effect.