The Digest | New Jersey Magazine
Issue link: https://magazines.vuenj.com/i/1541035
VUE: Let's start with your story. What inspired you to open House of Aesthetics and create your own space for beauty and wellness here in Colts Neck? Ashley: I've always been passionate about helping people look and feel their absolute best. ere's something so rewarding about seeing someone's confidence light up aer a treatment or service-it goes far beyond the surface. Opening House of Aesthetics was my way of creating a space where beauty and wellness come together, where every client feels cared for, confident, and refreshed. I wanted to bring that sense of luxury, comfort, and genuine connection to Colts Neck. VUE: Opening a medspa in 2025 means blending art and science. How do you balance the medical precision behind aesthetics with the artistry that makes your work so personal? Ashley: For me, aesthetics is where science meets creativity. e medical knowledge gives me confidence in every treatment, and the artistry lets me highlight what makes each client beautiful in their own way. VUE: e industry has grown rapidly. What do you feel sets House of Aesthetics apart from other medspas or wellness spaces in the area? Ashley: We're a small, boutique-style medspa, and that's exactly what makes us special. Every client gets one-on-one attention and a truly customized experience–it feels personal, not clinical. VUE: You're being recognized as one of VUE's Most Influential Women in Business. What does that title mean to you personally—and what message do you hope it sends to other women in the industry? Ashley: Being recognized as one of VUE's Most Influential Women in Business is a true honor. I hope it reminds other women that with passion and determination, they can create their own path and succeed in any field, even in a fast-evolving industry like aesthetics. VUE: As a business owner, leader, and aesthetic expert, how do you keep evolving–both creatively and professionally–in such a fast-changing field? Ashley: I stay curious and committed to growth by continually learning, whether it's new techniques, emerging technologies, or the latest trends in wellness and aesthetics. I also seek inspiration from VUENJ.COM 91