Beauty & Fashion

Money-Saving Beauty Tips from a Bronx Makeup Artist

It’s no secret that as we get older, the health and beauty industry make more and more money off of us. But there are little things you can do to save or at least enjoy a few perks with all of that spending. Read what one Bronx makeup artist does to save money on beauty products- and how you can too. By Gabrielle Garay Save & get money back in

Bronx Hair Salon Offers Spa Parties for Kids

  If you’re looking for a fun indoor party idea this winter, check out this House Party option at Hair House, a salon located in Pelham Bay. The birthday girl and her friends can enjoy a glamorous afternoon that will make them all feel special! The packages are designed for a party of 8 and include hair as well as robes, scented hairspray, a tiara for the birthday girl, and

Bronx Aesthetician Talks Skincare, Her Product Line, and New Throggs Neck Location

    As we go from flip flops to fall boots, our skin also experiences some changes with the season. Fall often means more makeup, dryer skin, and is also the perfect time to get on top of your skincare routine and start fresh before the brutal winter hits. So I stopped in to Blanc Azur Spa in Throggs Neck for a facial with local NCEA Certified aesthetician Rhiannon Terese where

Summer Favorites from Avon

  While we’ve had a few beach days so far, the last day of NYC public schools is tomorrow and that means it is officially summer in the city. So as you stock up on sun screen and big floppy hats, also remember to nourish your skin before and after you hit the sand.  To help you, we’ve partnered up with Avon to share some of their latest summer products

Celebrity Stylist Opens Bronx Hair Salon

A new hair salon is in town. Hair House, owned by celebrity hair stylist and Bronx native Dana Fiore, recently opened on Middletown Road in the Pelham Bay section of the Bronx.  Last week I had the chance to sit in Dana’s chair for a blowout and talk hair, celebrities, and of course- the Bronx. About Dana Dana went to beauty school right out of high school in 1999. She

Summer Must Haves: The Essentials

  Over the next week or so we will be sharing some of our summer must haves for moms, baby, travel, and more. First, we’re sharing some basic must haves to kick off the summer…   1. Avocado and Coconut Oil from The Vitamin Shoppe While winter is known for making skin dry, it’s still important to hydrate skin and hair during the summer- especially with salt water and chlorine

Residence Inn Names La La Anthony as 2016 Mom of the Year

While all of our Bronxmamas are moms of the year in our eyes, we had a chance to attend a special event hosted by Residence Inn where they honored this year’s Mom of the Year- La La Anthony. As a mother to a 9 year old son Kiyan and wife to NBA player Camelo Anthony, we were excited to share the evening with her and learn a thing or two.

Mother's Day Gift Guide

  We spent the last few weeks checking out some fun ideas for Mother’s Day gifts. With Mother’s Day on May 8th, make sure you don’t wait until the last minute to get something special for the mom in your life. While there are so many ideas and products we love, here are 6 of our favorites:   1. The Gussy This waterproof purse cover is the perfect accessory for

Milk & Cookies Painting Party

  What better way to create lasting Mommy & Me memories with the kiddies than with some Painting & Pampering….. Recipe for Fun: • Painting party for kids on canvas (supplies included)• Milk, Cookies, French Fries, & Chicken Tenders • Art Work & Gift Bags are Complimentary • Mommy’s get Private Manicures *All for only $39   For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.eventbrite.com

Photographer Wants Mothers to Remember to Exist in Photographs

Exist in photographs. This is a message that Bronx photographer Richard Rosario is determined to spread- specifically to women and mothers. Scroll through the photo albums on a mom’s cell phone and you’re likely to find hundreds of photos of her children; the first day of school, swinging at the park, holding hands with daddy… The photos of mom are usually few and far between because she’s the one holding

The Beauty-Health Connection

Moms are often reminded to take time out for themselves whenever they can. A salon visit, a quick mani/pedi- anything to feel good and have a little me time. And like clockwork, you walk out of the salon feeling refreshed and ready to take on those mom duties like a champ. And it’s not just in your head- a study done with CVS and Dr. Vivian Diller found that, “rather than being

Preserving Summer Memories with Dune Jewelry

We’ve set out to find some of the best ideas for summer; places to travel, summer fashion, must have gear, and we just had a chance to check out an awesome way to preserve this summer’s memories. Dune Jewelry is a company that allows you to create a special piece of jewelry filled with sand from the beach of your choosing. While photos and other souvenirs from the places you