The Daytime Beauty Awards (DBAs) are bringing back one of their most beloved categories: Outstanding Achievement in Nail Artistry. For the first time since the show’s inaugural year in 2018, the award returns to honor the artistry, science, and innovation behind one of beauty’s most precise crafts.
The DBAs proudly announce Tom Bachik as the 2025 honoree. Recognized as one of the most sought-after—and arguably the world’s most renowned—celebrity nail artist, Bachik has elevated nail styling to an international art form.
A former graphic designer turned nail visionary, Bachik has spent three decades fusing product formulation and nail biology with cutting-edge design. His work has graced the covers of Vogue, Elle, Vanity Fair, Billboard, Allure, and Rolling Stone, while his campaigns include Gucci, Chanel, Versace, Guess, Coach, and Armani. From subtle sophistication to bold, avant-garde statements, his artistry has defined red carpets, film premieres, the MET Gala, the Academy Awards, and the Grammys.
His celebrity roster includes Jennifer Lopez, Selena Gomez, Hailee Steinfeld, Charlize Theron, Margot Robbie, Anne Hathaway, and Heidi Klum. Beyond his exceptional styling, Bachik has been a driving force in innovation – partnering with leading brands such as Chanel, Essie, Tweezerman, Apres, and L’Oréal, launching product collaborations with Click Colors, while sharing his expertise globally as a platform artist, trainer, and speaker.
“Bringing back this award feels long overdue,” said DBA Founder Michele Elyzabeth. “Nail artistry represents both chemistry and creativity, and Tom Bachik has elevated it to a level that influences fashion, beauty, and culture on a global scale,” she added.
The category was last awarded in 2018, when celebrity nail artist Yoko Sakakura received the honor, presented by actress Meagan Tandy and Nails Magazine executive editor Beth Livesay. Its return this year highlights the DBAs’ mission to celebrate beauty not only as glamour, but as science, artistry, and innovation.
The 7th annual Daytime Beauty Awards take place on Sunday, September 21, 2025 at Grand Venue in Los Angeles.
Previously announced 2025 honorees:
Outstanding Achievement in Medicine: Dr. Carl Truesdale
Outstanding Achievement in Aesthetics: Dr. Jessica Wu
Outstanding Achievement in Color & Styling: Robert Ramos
The Inventor’s Award: TheraFace Mask by Therabody
The Breakthrough Award: Gloss Moderne
The Sleeping Beauty: Sleep by PAX
The Zen Award: Serrano Spa
Additional honorees will be announced in the coming weeks.
Past awardees include Cindy Crawford, Gabrielle Union, Christie Brinkley and more. Past presenters have included Jennifer Lopez, Jay Leno, Kelly Rowland and Sia.
The Daytime Beauty Awards will benefit the Los Angeles Mounted Platoon (501c3), supporting the care, training, and wellbeing of these remarkable horses. Beyond their work in service, the horses bring comfort, mentorship, and joy to underserved youth, first responders, and communities across Los Angeles.
