Last updated on May 1, 2026 at 04:23 pm
Local gifts she will actually use, from businesses right here in Rochester
This year Mother’s Day is May 10th. That’s closer than it feels.
If you’re still figuring out what to get, here’s a different approach. Skip the big box stores. Rochester has Black woman-owned businesses that make, bake, design, and deliver gifts that actually mean something.
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This list is organized by type of gift so you can find what fits your mom, your budget, and how much time you have left. Every business here is listed on BOIR. Browse the full Black Owned in Rochester directory to find even more options.
Treat Her to a Spa Day or Massage
This is the one that never misses. A booked appointment is a gift she does not have to think about. It is already done.
Glow Spa Roc LLC is a Black woman-owned luxury day spa in Rochester offering facials, waxing, body treatments, teeth whitening, massages, and chemical peels. Book at their website. View Glow Spa Roc on BOIR
Empire Therapeutic Massage and Wellness Center is a Black woman-owned massage and wellness center in Rochester. They offer personalized massage services focused on relaxation and therapeutic care. View Empire Therapeutic Massage on BOIR
Rising Earth Massage Therapy in Webster offers bodywork, reflexology, and aromatherapy. Good option for moms dealing with chronic pain or who just need to decompress. View Rising Earth Massage on BOIR
Get Her Nails Done
Book her an appointment. Pay for it in advance. Done.
Fancee’s Nail and Lash Studio in Greece is a full-service Black woman-owned nail salon offering manicures, pedicures, acrylics, gel, nail art, and lash services. View Fancee’s on BOIR
Phenomenally ME Beauty is run by a licensed nail tech and esthetician in Rochester. She offers nail services, pedicures, lash extensions, and body waxing. Booking an appointment here is a real gift. View Phenomenally ME Beauty on BOIR
Bath, Body, and Candles She Will Actually Use
These make great add-ons or standalone gifts. Most ship or offer local pickup.
Love Babe Boutique makes small batch handcrafted body butter, body scrubs, bath bombs, bath salts, and body oils. Black woman-owned and based in Rochester. View Love Babe Boutique on BOIR
Butter Me Up Body Care LLC offers handmade body care products made from all-natural ingredients. Black woman-owned, Rochester based. View Butter Me Up on BOIR
Scented Serenity Candles makes handcrafted eco-friendly candles infused with essential oils. Clean burn, long-lasting fragrance. Black woman-owned. View Scented Serenity Candles on BOIR
Rosy Candle Co. is a luxe eco-friendly home fragrance company. Black woman-owned with moderate pricing. Good for the mom who appreciates a well-scented room. View Rosy Candle Co. on BOIR
Paula Howard Essentials is a custom fragrance boutique offering renditions of designer fragrances plus natural body and hair care products. Black woman-owned, based in Rochester and selling online. View Paula Howard Essentials on BOIR
Jewelry She Will Wear
Beads and Bangles by Jaira is an Afro-Latina owned jewelry store in Rochester with a brick and mortar location and an online shop. They make custom beaded pieces using gold-filled, silver, and rose gold-filled beads with Swarovski crystals. Earrings, bracelets, necklaces, anklets, bangles, rosaries, nameplate items, and custom orders. View Beads and Bangles on BOIR
Take Her Out to Eat
Sometimes the gift is time together at a table. Rochester has Black-owned restaurants worth booking for Mother’s Day.
Apogee Wine Bar is a Black woman-owned wine bar in Rochester. A wine bar visit for Mother’s Day needs no explanation. View Apogee Wine Bar on BOIR
Browse more Black-owned restaurants and dining options through the BOIR Restaurants directory.
Give Her a Clean House
This one is underrated. A professional cleaning is a gift that actually removes something from her plate. Book it, pay for it, and let her come home to a clean space.
Clean Qweens is a Black-owned residential and commercial cleaning business in Rochester. They focus on professionalism, honesty, and client satisfaction. Book a one-time cleaning as a gift or set up a recurring service. View Clean Qweens on BOIR
H2H Facility Services is a Black-owned commercial cleaning company based in Brighton in the Rochester area. Primarily commercial but worth a direct inquiry for residential needs. View H2H Facility Services on BOIR
Browse more Black-owned home service providers through the BOIR Home Services directory.
Something Sweet
Blesson Bakery is a Black woman-owned bakery in Rochester making cakes, cupcakes, and breads with care. The owner trained at REOC and puts intention into every order. View Blesson Bakery on BOIR
Soulistic Sweets is a Black woman-owned vegan bakery in Rochester operating virtually. Good option for the mom who is plant-based or has dietary preferences. View Soulistic Sweets on BOIR
Skin Care and Beauty Products
Naem Botanicals is a Black woman-owned skin care and beauty products business based in Rochester, selling online. View Naem Botanicals on BOIR
Goddess Glow Botanicals offers skin care and body care products made by a Black woman-owned business in Southeast Rochester. Products are also available at Women of Color International in Rochester. View Goddess Glow Botanicals on BOIR
Salted By MLB is a Black woman-owned spa products business in Rochester, selling online. View Salted By MLB on BOIR
A Photo Session She Will Remember
Jackie Photography specializes in cinematic portrait photography for seniors, professionals, and families. Black woman-owned and based in Rochester. A booked portrait session is a gift that lasts. View Jackie Photography on BOIR
Courtney Marie Photography is a Black woman-owned photography service in Rochester covering portraits, boudoir, weddings, events, and newborns. View Courtney Marie Photography on BOIR
Don’t get caught slacking
This year Mother’s Day falls on May 10th. The earlier you book or order, the better. Appointments fill fast and small batch products sell out.
Browse the full BOIR directory for more Black-owned businesses in Rochester across every category. If you know a Black-owned business that should be listed, send them to BOIR to claim their listing.