Prior to COVID-19, the clean beauty movement was a dominant driving force in the personal care industry. Now the demand is heavily centred on ingredient safety, with consumers scrutinising the shelf life of products and seeking out options with substantiated hygiene claims. These trends are highlighted in the May edition of P&C Review. We also share a legal perspective on the contractual obligations of businesses during COVID-19, discuss practical facility management and design measures for manufacturing plants and showcase some of the latest active ingredients on the market to fight the signs of ageing.