We had the good fortune of connecting with Jane Dergacheva and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Jane, what was your thought process behind starting your own business?
I wanted to create something bigger than just a spa — I wanted to build a space where people felt cared for, seen, and truly transformed. After working in the industry for years, I realized that many places focused on quick fixes, but I was more interested in real, lasting results. Starting my own business gave me the freedom to combine science with soul — to treat skin holistically, educate clients, and make every appointment feel like a step toward self-love and confidence. It wasn’t just about building a business — it was about building a purpose.

Can you give our readers an introduction to your business? Maybe you can share a bit about what you do and what sets you apart from others?
Healthy Glow Aesthetics is my soul in business form. What sets us apart isn’t just the treatments — it’s the energy, the honesty, and the results. I don’t cut corners, I don’t dilute products, and I don’t upsell things you don’t need. I care deeply about people, and I take my clients’ trust very seriously. What I’m most proud of is the amount of people who trust me with their faces — and the messages I get from them saying they’ve never felt so confident or happy in their skin. That feeling is everything to me.
But let’s be real — getting here wasn’t easy. I didn’t go to business school. I went to skin school. And suddenly I was not just fully booked every day, but also answering employee questions, managing reps, juggling DMs, rescheduling appointments, responding to school emails, and trying to be a present mom and wife. It’s chaos sometimes. And when systems aren’t running smoothly, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed — to want to quit. But I don’t quit. I go until it’s fixed. Until it’s good. Until I can breathe.
I moved to the U.S. 16 years ago with $400 in my pocket and barely spoke English. I didn’t come from money. I built this from scratch. And what keeps me going is wanting to create generational wealth for my kids, to give them a better start — and yes, I like nice things too, and I’m not afraid to say it.
What I’ve learned along the way is that you can’t trust everyone, and no one will care about your business the way you do. But good people do exist — you just have to find them, care for them, and hold onto them. Also, energy matters. Be kind. What you put out comes back.
If there’s one thing I want people to know about me and my brand, it’s that I’m honest. I will always give you the best — even if it means I make less. Because at the end of the day, results and integrity matter more than anything. That’s what Healthy Glow is built on.

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
Oh, we’d have the best week! First stop: My Papaya for a healthy bite or Pura Vida — can’t go wrong with either. For dinner, I’d take them to Takato on the beach — it’s my all-time favorite spot. Amazing food, perfect vibes, right by the ocean.
We’d definitely start some mornings with a workout — either at Rise Gym or CrossFit Fort Lauderdale, depending on the mood. Then one day we’d do a full wellness experience at The Space — sound healing, red light therapy, breathwork, and the cold plunge. So good for the mind and body.
Afternoons would be poolside with good music and iced matcha, and at some point, I’m definitely dragging them to an escape room — I’m obsessed with them!
Honestly, I love showing people my little world — good food, movement, wellness, and a little fun chaos mixed in. Fort Lauderdale has it all if you know where to look.

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
My husband Socrates, my kids and my mentor Bosses In Beauty

Website: healthyglowaesthetics.com

Instagram: Healthyglowaesthetics

Image Credits
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