As a way to supplement her income as a nurse, Ashley Hilmes began administering Botox to private clients. “It seemed better than bartending again,” she says, only half joking. Quickly, Hilmes, who has the soothing manner of a healer, realized clients craved wellness plans that enriched their whole beings, and Vega Vitality was born. Independent practitioners offer beauty and wellness services including facials, dermal fillers, peels, acupuncture, and nutrition, along with yoga, Pilates mat classes, and more. Vega Vitality, 551 Boylston St., Boston, 617-658-3421, vegavitality.com
Marni Elyse Katz blogs at stylecarrot.com