BELLA Magazine’s 2025 Beauty Awards Ceremony
BELLA Magazine gathered the best and brightest in beauty to celebrate the 2025 BELLA Beauty Awards Ceremony at the newly opened Ellington in the Park. The exclusive event—hosted by BELLA’s CEO and Editor-in-Chief, Vanessa Coppes—was a glowing tribute to the innovation, inclusivity, and elegance shaping today’s beauty industry.
With special guest Nancy Berger announcing the winners and brand partner Dr. Karen Diaz Meaike presenting the awards, the evening struck the perfect balance of sophistication and celebration.
Stunning florals and décor were provided by Noelle Alfonso of A2 Interior Home Decor. Guests indulged in beautifully crafted desserts from Melderberry Sweets and Maggie Macarons, while DJ Spin Diesel kept the energy high with a perfectly curated set.
Category Winners
The night’s most prestigious honors—the Beauty Icon Awards—were awarded to Purdori and Beverly Hills MD Cosmeceuticals, recognized for the excellence of their entire skincare lines. These brands exemplify what it means to lead with innovation, integrity, and efficacy in a crowded market.
In addition to the icons, this year’s official category winners showcased standout achievements across every major beauty vertical:
Best in Makeup: Seis Cosmetics
Best in Hair: Privé Hair
Best in Body: Rosy & Earnest
Best in Travel: Helight
Coolest Tools: Endospheres® Evolution by Fenix Group
Editor’s Picks
Hand-selected by the BELLA editorial team for their creativity, quality, and impact, the Editor’s Picks celebrated the brands taking bold strides in beauty:
Makeup: ShikSona
Skincare: Weleda, Brownkind, AV Laboratories, Borghese
Hair: Yves Durif, Colleen Rothschild
Body: Melan, Mellow Fellow
Travel: Medi-Lift by YA-MAN
Coolest Tools: Sipface, Quip, NuSkin's AgeLOC LumiSpa iO
Swag Bags
No BELLA celebration is complete without the signature swag bag, and this year’s did not disappoint. Provided by Greenspoon Marder LLP, the curated tote featured a beauty lover’s dream lineup:
Privé Hair: Black cosmetic bag with moisture-rich shampoo, conditioner, and travel-size texture spray
Melan: Everyday moisturizing SPF 30 sunscreen lotion
Colleen Rothschild: Quench & Shine Restorative Hair Mask
Purdori: Full skincare line including cleanser, serum, toner, cream, and more
Rosy & Earnest: Travel-size Pistachio Delight Body Cream
Beverly Hills MD: Thick & Full Brow Enhancing Serum
SipFace: The original Wrinkle Free Straw
From game-changing tools to skincare staples, the swag bag captured the spirit of the awards: practical luxury with a purpose.
As always, the BELLA Beauty Awards are more than just a celebration—they’re a statement. A statement that beauty is personal, that innovation should be applauded, and that every product we highlight has earned its place on your shelf.
Photography + Videography: Miguel Pichardo