The 8th Annual Daytime Beauty Awards (DBA), founded by Michele Elyzabeth, celebrated the best in science behind beauty, health and wellness on Wednesday, September 9th, 2026 at the Grand Venue. The award ceremony luncheon recognizes excellence in medicine, health and fitness, aesthetics, skincare, color and styling, CBD and cannabis, beauty innovation, and more.

AWARD-WINNING BEAUTY HIGHLIGHTS

Golden Globe and Emmy-nominated actress & producer Sofia Vergara and actress & producer Lucy Hale joined forces to honor their friend and celebrity colorist Matt Rez with Outstanding Achievement in Color & Styling. Lucy praised Matt not only for his extraordinary talent, but for the humanity, patience, work ethic and heart behind his success. Sofia echoed the sentiment, applauding his passion and meticulous attention to detail while bringing plenty of laughs to the room.

Golden Globe-nominated actress Alison Brie presented Outstanding Achievement in Aesthetics to Biba de Sousa, celebrity esthetician, acne specialist, educator, and founder of Biba Los Angeles, whose work has helped redefine the field of modern aesthetics.

WEN founder Chaz Dean and Nurse Jamie (Sherrill), who are both former DBA honorees, presented The Inventor’s Award to Chris Aronson, President of North America for Cynosure Lutronic, for XERF™. Perhaps one of the most talked-about machines in the beauty industry today, XERF™ represents the next evolution in medical aesthetics: Structural Skin Tightening.

Celebrity makeup artist Sir John presented Brand of the Year to McKenzie Westmore for Westmore Beauty. McKenzie carries forward one of the most influential legacies in beauty. Her great-great-grandfather, George Westmore, established Hollywood’s first hair and makeup department in 1917. McKenzie brings that century of artistry and innovation into the modern era through Westmore Beauty.

FOR A GOOD CAUSE

Each year, the Daytime Beauty Awards donates a portion of its proceeds to an animal-focused nonprofit organization. This year's event will benefit the Los Angeles Mounted Police Foundation, supporting one of the last Mounted Platoons in the nation and its equine officers. The Foundation supports outreach initiatives, including programs serving veterans and the Mini Mounties youth program. Dedicated to public safety, community engagement, and the care of their equine partners, the Mounted Platoon exemplifies the extraordinary bond between humans and animals.

About Daytime Beauty Awards

Born from the same mission that launched the Hollywood Beauty Awards (HBAs), the Daytime Beauty Awards (DBAs) were created out of necessity—to expand the conversation around beauty and recognize the power behind wellness, science, and innovation. It all began with industry veteran Michele Elyzabeth. During her personal battle with breast cancer, Michele came to a profound realization: beauty professionals are more than artists—they are healers and confidence restorers. That insight led her to establish the HBAs in 2014. As the HBAs grew into an internationally recognized celebration of red carpet creators and trendsetters, another need emerged: to honor skincare, doctors, innovative beauty tools and more. In response, the Daytime Beauty Awards were born. Unlike traditional beauty awards, the DBAs recognize the science behind beauty, health, and wellness. The show shines a light on professionals across diverse sectors including medicine, aesthetics, skincare, fitness, CBD & cannabis, styling, beauty innovation and more. From honoring AI pioneers and groundbreaking inventors to spotlighting wellness advocates and health trailblazers, the DBAs bridge the gap between glamour and groundbreaking science—redefining how we care for ourselves every day. Together with Senior Executive Producer Pamela Price and Executive + Music Producer Otis Stokes, the DBAs continue to push boundaries, highlighting the minds and methods that shape how we look, feel, and live.