Happy New Year, everyone! Grab your heating pad and stay in your holiday PJs with us as we reflect on an incredible year in the aesthetics industry. In this episode, Jon and Nicole take a deep dive into the personal and professional highs and lows of 2025—from the "Year of Yes" to the reality of running a growing practice.

We’re getting vulnerable about the lessons that changed us, the skincare trends we want to leave in the dust, and the "unbiased education" we hope to see more of in 2026. Plus, Nicole shares the nerves behind her upcoming live cadaver injection, and Jon opens up about his personal journey with grief and growth.

In this episode, we discuss:

➡️The Power of Delegation: How a personal assistant and trusting a team saved our sanity.

➡️Pushing Comfort Zones: From public speaking to live stage injections.

➡️Aesthetic Trends to Ditch: Why the Hyaluron pen and "parking lot injections" need to stay in 2025.

➡️What’s Exploding in 2026: The rise of bio-stimulators and the focus on skin health.

➡️Personal Growth: Navigating new motherhood, business expansions, and finding your "posse."

➡️Our 2026 Treatment Plans: What we’re doing for our own faces this year (Skinvive, PDGF, and avoiding the "waxy" look).

***DISCLAIMER***

The content of this episode of Fill Me In: An Aesthetics Podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. The hosts, guests, and producers of this podcast do not endorse or recommend the off-label use of any medical product without proper clinical training, patient assessment, and full informed consent. Listeners are strongly advised to consult with their healthcare providers and adhere to all applicable laws and regulatory guidelines. We expressly disclaim any and all liability for any outcomes related to the use or misuse of the information presented in this episode.


Fill Me In is hosted by Jonathan LeSuer, MSN, NP-C and Nicole Bauer, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC.

Follow Fill Me In on Instagram!
https://www.instagram.com/thefillmeinpod/

Follow Nicole on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/aestheticnursenicole/

Nicole's Patreon:
https://www.patreon.com/aestheticnursenicole?utm_source=search

Exhibit Medical Aesthetics website:
https://exhibitmedicalaesthetics.com/

Follow Jon on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/injectorjon/

Jon's Patreon:
https://www.patreon.com/Injectorjon?utm_source=search

Tox and Pout Aesthetics website:
https://toxandpout.com/

Join Moxie!

Is the business side of your Med Spa overwhelming? Moxie is the all-in-one growth system built to help you scale without the stress. Get software, marketing, compliance tools, and expert coaching all in one place. Fill Me In listeners get $500 off their launch fee!

➡️ Visit www.joinmoxie.com/fillmein

Producer of Fill Me In: Joey Ginexi

#AestheticsPodcast #InjectorJon #AestheticNurseNicole #AestheticTrends2026 #MedSpaLife #BioStimulators #SkincareRoutine #NewYearNewYou #FillMeInPodcast

Welcome back to Fill Me In! We're kicking off the holidays in our Christmas PJs for a special episode requested by one of Nicole's amazing patients.

Jon and Nicole dive deep into the world of aesthetics for clients 50 and older. We discuss the unique challenges and considerations when treating aged tissue, volume loss, and skin laxity that comes with environmental exposure and hormonal changes.

Whether you're an injector or a patient, we cover:

➡️Why the consultation is different for this demographic.

➡️The importance of honesty and empathy in setting realistic expectations.

➡️Why treating the skin integrity first is non-negotiable (lasers, biostimulators, microneedling).

➡️Avoiding common pitfalls, like injecting neurotoxins too low.

➡️Crucial health screenings: dental work and vaccines.

Plus, Jon's candid thoughts on new trends and misinformation in the industry!

***DISCLAIMER***

The content of this episode of Fill Me In: An Aesthetics Podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. The hosts, guests, and producers of this podcast do not endorse or recommend the off-label use of any medical product without proper clinical training, patient assessment, and full informed consent. Listeners are strongly advised to consult with their healthcare providers and adhere to all applicable laws and regulatory guidelines. We expressly disclaim any and all liability for any outcomes related to the use or misuse of the information presented in this episode.

Fill Me In is hosted by Jonathan LeSuer, MSN, NP-C and Nicole Bauer, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC.

Follow Fill Me In on Instagram!
https://www.instagram.com/thefillmeinpod/

Follow Nicole on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/aestheticnursenicole/

Nicole's Patreon:
https://www.patreon.com/aestheticnursenicole?utm_source=search

Exhibit Medical Aesthetics website:
https://exhibitmedicalaesthetics.com/

Follow Jon on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/injectorjon/

Jon's Patreon:
https://www.patreon.com/Injectorjon?utm_source=search

Tox and Pout Aesthetics website:
https://toxandpout.com/

Join Moxie!

Is the business side of your Med Spa overwhelming? Moxie is the all-in-one growth system built to help you scale without the stress. Get software, marketing, compliance tools, and expert coaching all in one place. Fill Me In listeners get $500 off their launch fee!

➡️ Visit www.joinmoxie.com/fillmein

Producer of Fill Me In: Joey Ginexi

#FillMeInPod #AestheticInjector #50PlusAesthetics #AgingGracefully #MatureSkinCare #CosmeticInjections #AestheticNurse #InjectorLife #FacialBalancing #Biostimulators #Sculptra #DermalFillers #BotoxTips #MedSpaLife #AestheticEducation #CosmeticSurgery #SkinLaxity #ConsultationTips #AestheticBusiness

Hosts Jon LeSuer & Nicole Bauer sit down with the aesthetic industry veteran, Dr. Matthew Pinto (Vive Aesthetics), for a candid conversation about his nearly 20-year journey in medical aesthetics, from his accidental start in 2006 to building a thriving, multi-injector practice.

Dr. Pinto shares his unique perspective on the evolution of treatments—from old-school fillers and microdermabrasion to the latest techniques—and the impact of social media on patient education (and misinformation!). He opens up about his personal "why" for practicing aesthetics and the one patient quote that keeps him going.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

The Evolution of Aesthetics: Dr. Pinto's experience starting with CosmoDerm and the early days of Botox before HA fillers existed.

The Social Media Gripes: Why misinformation is rampant and the responsibility of injectors to educate and say "no."

The "Butthole Clincher" Moment: Dr. Pinto reveals his scariest injection area and his experience managing two vascular occlusions.

Building a Gold Standard Practice: The funny story behind his practice name, the value of cross-selling, and the critical role of aestheticians in his successful Med Spa, Vive Aesthetics and Wellness

Advice for New Injectors: The single most important thing to master to succeed in this industry.

Connect with Dr. Matthew Pinto:

Practice: Vive Aesthetics and Wellness in Marlton, NJ
https://vivecenter.com/

Instagram: @drmatthewpinto
https://www.instagram.com/drmatthewpinto/?hl=en

🔥 SPONSOR: Moxie Is the business side of your Med Spa overwhelming? Moxie is the all-in-one growth system built to help you scale without the stress. Get software, marketing, compliance tools, and expert coaching all in one place. Fill Me In listeners get $500 off their launch fee!

➡️ Visit www.joinmoxie.com/fillmein

***DISCLAIMER***

The content of this episode of Fill Me In: An Aesthetics Podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. The hosts, guests, and producers of this podcast do not endorse or recommend the off-label use of any medical product without proper clinical training, patient assessment, and full informed consent. Listeners are strongly advised to consult with their healthcare providers and adhere to all applicable laws and regulatory guidelines. We expressly disclaim any and all liability for any outcomes related to the use or misuse of the information presented in this episode.


Fill Me In is hosted by Jonathan LeSuer, MSN, NP-C and Nicole Bauer, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC.

Follow Fill Me In on Instagram!
https://www.instagram.com/thefillmeinpod/

Follow Nicole on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/aestheticnursenicole/

Nicole's Patreon:
https://www.patreon.com/aestheticnursenicole?utm_source=search

Exhibit Medical Aesthetics website:
https://exhibitmedicalaesthetics.com/

Follow Jon on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/injectorjon/

Jon's Patreon:
https://www.patreon.com/Injectorjon?utm_source=search

Tox and Pout Aesthetics website:
https://toxandpout.com/

Producer of Fill Me In: Joey Ginexi