In this episode of The Beauty Standard, we’re diving deep into the IV drip—literally and scientifically. Nicole sits down with Justin Bing, co-founder of BioFuse Hydration, to explore how IV therapy is redefining recovery, hydration, and full-body wellness from the inside out.

Whether you’re curious about the benefits or already obsessed with the drip life, this episode delivers the facts behind the trend—and how it fits into your full-body beauty strategy.

Because beauty is more than skin deep.
It’s cellular. It’s clinical. It’s The Science of Beauty.

We're officially halfway through the year—so let’s pause, reflect, and realign. Are you on track with your goals? Feeling stuck? Ready to reclaim your momentum?

In this empowering episode of The Beauty Standard, we sit down with Raquel Merlini of R Skin to talk all things transformation, motivation, and aging with confidence. From mindset shifts to skincare strategies, Raquel shares why it's never too late to hit reset.

In this episode of The Beauty Standard, Nicole Gregory chats with Dr. Jordan Plews of Elevai, a groundbreaking brand prioritizing Exosomes. They discuss the future of skincare, the rise of exosomes and stem cell research, and his revolutionary brand, Elevai! Dr. Plews has worked with Pfizer, Stanford, and more over the course of his career.

Summer is just around the corner! Now is the perfect time to embrace YOU. Achieve the modern natural look by saving on dermal filler, Botox, waxing, laser hair removal, microneedling, and more at Michigan’s #1 med spa. Visit our website at the bottom of this episode’s description for more information on our ongoing specials and how you can save on your favorite med spa services.

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In this episode of The Beauty Standard, Nicole Gregory chats with Urban You "Skin Guru" Jennie Berhenbrinker about all things CoolSculpting®: common treatment areas, when you can expect to see results, FAQs, and more.

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Book a CoolSculpting® consultation at The Urban You, the #1 body sculpting center in Michigan, to learn more about how we can help you achieve your confidence goals just in time for the holiday season. Not only can we help you achieve your dream body, but we can also supply you with everything you’ll need to keep your skin hydrated and smooth all fall and winter long. Shop ⁠Urban You For Me⁠ for luxury, medical grade skincare!

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This week on The Beauty Standard, Nicole Gregory chats with Kim Bode, President of 8Thirty Four consulting agency in Grand Rapids. They reminisce about their past collaborations, spill their self-care essentials, give advice to aspiring female entrepreneurs, and discuss why taking risks is essential if you want to redefine the standard in your industry.

Are you ready to invest in your self care? Celebrate Prepping Season at Urban You, Michigan’s Best Medical Spa! Prepping Season is the perfect time to start your CoolSculpting, Laser, Botox, or filler journey so you can get the results you desire before spring and summer roll around. Whether you want to have full lashes without mascara, a toned summer body, or get rid of unwanted hair before bikini season, Prepping Season is a great time to take your confidence into your own hands.

We have ongoing specials to celebrate Prepping Season that include savings on laser hair removal, CoolSculpting, BBL & MOXI, and more. Book your appointment online with our website or by downloading the FREE Urban You app. If you want to purchase a Prepping Season special, call in to your favorite UY location in Grand Rapids, Northville, or Rockford. 

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This week on The Beauty Standard, Nicole Gregory sits down with President and Manager of MGS Consultants, Jeremiah Mankopf, and Lobbyist Vicki Baron. They dive into what lobbyists are, MGS Consultants’ work with Michigan Legislature, and 2024 goals of MISpa. 

Nicole Gregory, Urban You CEO, is the President of MISpa – the Michigan Medical Spa Association. MISpa prioritizes patient advocacy for med spas across Michigan and serves as the collective voice for health care providers, practice managers, and patients alike. Join today to make an impact on the Michigan Medical Aesthetics industry, access exclusive training and industry events, and stay up to date on industry trends. 

Whether you’re an Urban You member or an industry professional, this episode will catch you up on all things Medical Aesthetics. Tune in and become a MISpa member today!

Do you have spring break or summer vacation plans? Celebrate prepping season at Urban You! Now is the perfect time to book a Wellness Consultation and create a treatment plan so you can get the results you want from Laser, CoolSculpting, and other UY services before the warmer seasons come around.

New to the world of Aesthetics and looking to start your Wellness Journey with Urban You? Download the free UY App to schedule your appointments, access on demand content & exclusive deals, manage your membership plan, shop medical grade skincare, and more! Save 20% on medical grade skincare by shopping Urban You For Me as an Urban You member!

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This week on The Beauty Standard, MISpa President Nicole Gregory is joined by MISpa Vice President and MD, Kurt Ashack. The pair discuss the most common men’s medical aesthetic treatments, what causes someone to have a “sunken face” (and how to retroact it!), skin health, and the future of the med spa industry. 

To learn more about the treatments mentioned in this episode or which med spa treatments are most popular for men in 2024, book a free wellness consultation by visiting this episode's description. 2024 is the year of self care for yourself and inspiring your loved ones to do the same. Call your favorite Urban You location to purchase one of our Holiday Tiers to receive free facials, entries in our Saint Laurent designer bag giveaway, a free SkinMedica Mini Method Kit, and bonus dollars to use on your favorite services – on us! Want to pass the joy of confidence to a loved one? All tiers and their perks can be gifted!

Looking for that PERFECT gift for a loved one this holiday season? Ready to invest in your own self care in 2024? We've got the perfect solution for you! 

Introducing Urban You Holiday Tiers -- 8 unique packages full of bonus dollars to use on Botox, Filler, CoolSculpting, and all of your other favorite Urban You treatment, free express monthly facials with a UY Facial Membership, entries in our Saint Laurent Designer Bag Giveaway, and more!

Save up to $5,200! All Holiday Tier perks are giftable, making it the ultimate present for anyone in your life who deserves pampering (including yourself). To purchase or learn more about the perks of each Holiday Tier, click the button below or call into Urban You, the Best Medical Spa in Michigan!

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This week on The Beauty Standard, we’re wrapping up 2023 by revisiting some of our favorite episodes featuring providers from Urban You, Michigan’s best medical spa. Ashley, Jennie, and Dre talk with Nicole Gregory about Laser, Botox, and Filler. To learn more about any treatment mentioned in this video or take the first step in your wellness journey, book a free wellness consultation by visiting this episode's description. 2024 is your year – invest in self care by purchasing one of our unique Holiday Tiers to receive free facials, entires in our Saint Laurent designer bag giveaway, a free SkinMedica Mini Method Kit, and bonus dollars to use on your favorite services – on us!

Thank you for your incredible support in 2023, our show wouldn’t be possible without you. Let us know how we can improve our show in 2024 by leaving us a review or sending feedback to [email protected]!

Looking for that PERFECT gift for a loved one this holiday season? Ready to invest in your own self care in 2024? We've got the perfect solution for you! 

Introducing Urban You Holiday Tiers -- 8 unique packages full of bonus dollars to use on Botox, Filler, CoolSculpting, and all of your other favorite Urban You treatment, free express monthly facials with a UY Facial Membership, entries in our Saint Laurent Designer Bag Giveaway, and more!

Save up to $5,200! All Holiday Tier perks are giftable, making it the ultimate present for anyone in your life who deserves pampering (including yourself). To purchase or learn more about the perks of each Holiday Tier, click the button below or call into Urban You, the Best Medical Spa in Northville!

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This week on The Beauty Standard, Nicole Gregory chats with Nikki Sunstrum, an internationally recognized public speaker and advocate of strategic online communications. Nikki leads the University of Michigan’s social communications office, was Michigan’s first statewide social media coordinator, and she’s raising 6 children on top of it all. 

Juggling statewide responsibilities and being a mom to 6 is no small feat. Nikki and Nicole talk candidly about being mothers to 5 & 6 children respectively as they open up about balancing home life with being businesswomen. They also dive into Tiktok marketing, how to use social media as a tool, and marketing yourself as a personal brand in your field. 

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New to the world of Aesthetics and looking to start your Wellness Journey with Urban You? Download the free UY App to schedule your appointments, access on demand content & exclusive deals, manage your membership plan, shop medical grade skincare, and more! Save 20% on medical grade skincare by shopping Urban You For Me as an Urban You member! Skincare is the best gift there is, and now is the perfect time to shop for your loved ones.

We've put together multiple gift guides to help you eliminate holiday stress.

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This week on The Beauty Standard, get an inside look at Glo2Facial, a medical grade facial that revitalizes the skin and leaves it brighter, smoother, and more radiant. Nicole is joined by Rosermarie Holcomb and Joanna Ebbers, two Senior VPs from Geneo, the company behind Glo2Facial. With over 35 years of combined experience in the Aesthetics Industry, they’re the experts on all things Glo2Facial. Rosemarie and Joanna dive into the long list of benefits behind Glo2Facial, the importance of its rebrand (previously OxGeneo), why skin health is the heart of each person’s wellness journey, and more. 

Glo2Facial is all about rebalancing beauty – getting your skin back to where it needs to be. The holidays are coming up, and no one wants to attend a Christmas party with red or textured skin. Glo2Facial works to gently cleanse and balance the skin, bringing it back to an even complexion with natural, yet flawless results. This revolutionary, 3-in-1 treatment is ideal for skin at any point in the aging process, and is highly customizable depending on your needs. 
Book your Glo2Facial today at Urban You in Grand Rapids or Northville, MI. Urban You is Michigan’s #1 med spa, specializing in medical grade facials (Hydrafacial, DiamondGlow), Botox, Juvéderm collection of fillers, CoolSculpting, Laser, and so much more! Get the most value out of your Urban You membership now through December 30th, 2023 with our exclusive Holiday Tiers and Facial Membership! To purchase a Holiday Tier, simply call your favorite Urban You location and tell our GECs which Tier you’d like to purchase. Simply deposit the corresponding dollar amount into your account, and watch the perks roll in.

New to the world of Aesthetics and looking to start your Wellness Journey with Urban You? Download the free UY App to schedule your appointments, access on demand content & exclusive deals, manage your membership plan, shop medical grade skincare, and more! Save 20% on medical grade skincare by shopping Urban You For Me as an Urban You member! Skincare is the best gift there is, and now is the perfect time to shop for your loved ones. We’ve put together multiple gift guides to help you eliminate holiday stress. 

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