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RUNESILK Nominated for Two 2027 Clean Beauty Awards
We are proud to share that two RUNESILK products have been nominated in the 2027 Clean Beauty Awards: our SLS-Free Anti-Dandruff Beard Shampoo and Dark Night Bedtime Beard Butter.
The nomination gives us an opportunity to celebrate two very different parts of a complete beard-care routine. One is a targeted wash created for flakes, build-up and discomfort beneath the beard. The other is a rich overnight butter made to soften and condition dry or coarse facial hair.
Most importantly, it gives us a reason to thank the customers and wider beard-care community whose support has allowed an independent UK brand like RUNESILK to keep developing, making and improving products with a clear purpose.
RUNESILK Anti-Dandruff Beard Shampoo and Dark Night Bedtime Beard Butter are nominated in the 2027 Clean Beauty Awards. A nomination is recognition that the products have entered the awards and will be considered through the judging process. It is not the same as winning, and we will describe the result accurately when the winners are announced.
What are the Clean Beauty Awards?
The Clean Beauty Awards are hosted by CertClean. The 2027 programme is the twelfth annual edition and is presented as an international awards programme for beauty and personal-care products.
According to the official awards process, brands submit eligible products before an external panel of green-beauty experts and advocates assesses and ranks them based on performance. Winners are announced after judging is complete.
We have included the official sources near the end of this article so readers can review the awards process directly rather than relying only on our description.
In this article, “Clean Beauty Awards” is the proper name of the awards programme. We are not using the nomination to suggest that every product outside the programme is unsafe or “unclean”. Trust depends on clear product information, responsible claims and an honest description of what an award status does and does not mean.
The two nominated RUNESILK products
Nominated product one
SLS-Free Anti-Dandruff Beard Shampoo
RUNESILK Beard Shampoo is a UK-made wash created specifically for facial hair and the skin beneath it.
- Climbazole as the anti-dandruff active
- Bisabolol for soothing and anti-irritation support
- Aloe and Vitamin E within the wider formula
- SLS-free cleansing base
- Orange and Sandalwood scent
- 150ml aluminium bottle
It was previously named Best Beard Shampoo at the Beauty Shortlist Awards in 2025 and 2026.
Nominated product two
Dark Night Bedtime Beard Butter
Dark Night is a rich leave-in beard butter designed to soften and condition facial hair as part of an evening routine.
- Shea, Mango and Cocoa Butters
- Grapeseed, Jojoba, Argan and Sea Buckthorn Oils
- Lavender, Fennel and Clary Sage
- Neroli and Benzoin
- Designed for overnight beard conditioning
Dark Night was previously recognised at the Beauty Shortlist Awards in 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026.
What this nomination means, and what it does not
Awards can support trust, but only when brands explain them precisely. We do not want a nomination badge to do more work than the facts allow.
What it means
- Two named RUNESILK products have been entered and recognised as nominees.
- The products move forward through the awards process.
- The nomination gives the products independent visibility beyond our own website.
- The final result will depend on the judging process.
What it does not mean
- It does not mean either product has already won.
- It is not a medical endorsement or a guarantee of individual results.
- It does not mean every RUNESILK product was assessed.
- It should not be confused with automatic CertClean certification of the full range.
Why independent recognition matters to a small UK brand
RUNESILK is an independent beard-care brand founded in 2018 and based in Little Paxton, Cambridgeshire. We work close to the products, the people who use them and the questions customers ask before they buy.
For a small brand, independent recognition matters because it places products in front of people who have not discovered RUNESILK through an advert, social post or recommendation from an existing customer.
It can strengthen confidence, but it does not replace the fundamentals. A trustworthy beard-care product should still explain what it is for, what it contains, how it should be used and where its limits are.
Specific product purpose
The shampoo is presented as a wash for beard dandruff, flakes, build-up and discomfort. Dark Night is presented as an overnight conditioning butter.
Ingredient transparency
Key ingredients are explained alongside complete ingredient information on the relevant product pages.
Realistic claims
We describe cosmetic performance without promising identical results for every beard or skin type.
Clear award status
A nomination is described as a nomination. A previous win is identified by its organiser, year and product.
First-hand experience
RUNESILK has spent years developing and refining beard-care products through direct work with formulas, routines and customer feedback.
UK brand identity
Our location, product details and contact information are stated clearly so customers know who stands behind the products.
Two products, two different jobs
The nominations also reflect an important point about beard care: one product rarely needs to do everything.
The beard shampoo is the cleansing step. It helps remove oil, product build-up and visible flakes while delivering targeted anti-dandruff support through Climbazole. After washing, the beard may still benefit from a leave-in conditioner.
Dark Night serves a different purpose. It is a rich beard butter intended to remain in the beard, helping soften coarse hair and support an overnight conditioning routine.
- Cleanse Use the SLS-Free Anti-Dandruff Beard Shampoo two to three times per week, depending on your beard, skin and routine.
- Dry gently Rinse thoroughly and pat the beard with a clean towel rather than rubbing it aggressively.
- Condition Apply a small amount of beard oil or beard butter once the beard is dry or slightly damp.
- Use Dark Night in the evening Warm a small amount between the palms and work it through the beard lengths before bed.
A thank you to the RUNESILK community
A nomination may carry the name of a product, but the story behind it includes everyone who has supported the brand.
Thank you to the customers who placed an early order, returned for another tin or bottle, recommended RUNESILK to a friend, left a review, sent feedback or shared part of their beard-care routine with us.
Your support has helped an independent Cambridgeshire business continue to develop products, improve its information and reach men who want straightforward beard care without exaggerated promises.
“We are genuinely grateful to see both Dark Night and our Anti-Dandruff Beard Shampoo nominated. They solve different problems, but both were developed with the same aim: purposeful beard care, clearly explained and made with care.”
We are also grateful to the organisers and judging community for creating space for independent personal-care brands to be considered alongside a wider international field.
What happens next?
The nominated products now continue through the Clean Beauty Awards process. We will wait for the judging to run its course and share the final result when it is officially announced.
Until then, the most accurate wording is simple: RUNESILK Anti-Dandruff Beard Shampoo and Dark Night Bedtime Beard Butter are nominated in the 2027 Clean Beauty Awards.
Explore the nominated products
Choose the beard shampoo for targeted cleansing and beard-dandruff support, or Dark Night for rich overnight conditioning. They can also be used as different steps within the same beard-care routine.
Shop Anti-Dandruff Beard Shampoo · Shop Dark Night Bedtime Beard Butter
Frequently asked questions
Which RUNESILK products are nominated in the 2027 Clean Beauty Awards?
RUNESILK SLS-Free Anti-Dandruff Beard Shampoo and Dark Night Bedtime Beard Butter are nominated in the 2027 Clean Beauty Awards.
Has RUNESILK won a 2027 Clean Beauty Award?
Not at the time this article was published. The products are nominated, and the final result will be shared after the judging process and official winner announcement.
Who hosts the Clean Beauty Awards?
The Clean Beauty Awards are hosted by CertClean. The official awards website explains that submitted products are ranked by an external panel of green-beauty experts and advocates based on performance.
What is RUNESILK Anti-Dandruff Beard Shampoo designed for?
It is designed to cleanse facial hair and the skin beneath it while helping with visible beard flakes, build-up and discomfort. The SLS-free formula contains Climbazole as its anti-dandruff active, with Bisabolol, Aloe and Vitamin E supporting the wider formula.
What is Dark Night Bedtime Beard Butter used for?
Dark Night is a leave-in beard butter designed for evening use. A small amount can be worked through the beard to help soften and condition dry, coarse or rough-feeling facial hair overnight.
Where is RUNESILK based?
RUNESILK is an independent UK beard-care brand based in Little Paxton, Cambridgeshire.
Where can I buy the nominated RUNESILK products?
Both products are available directly from RUNESILK. Visit the Anti-Dandruff Beard Shampoo or Dark Night Bedtime Beard Butter product page for current availability, directions and full product information.
Official sources and product information
Sources checked for this article
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