In this episode of Behind the Syringe on Honey Radio, Dr. Honey and Michelly get real about the rise of fake med spas and unlicensed injectors in Laredo, Texas. They break down who is legally allowed to inject in Texas, why Botox, filler and weight-loss shots are prescription medications (not beauty-school services), and how shady operators smuggle products from Mexico or buy on the black market. They also explain how to verify if your injector is registered with brands like Botox and Restylane, what protocols a real med spa in Laredo should have in place, and why it matters in an emergency.

The episode highlights Operation Beauty in the Needles, a new Laredo Police Department compliance effort targeting unlicensed cosmetic injections, illegal drug distribution and unsafe “garage” injectors. If you live in Laredo or the South Texas border region and are thinking about lips, Botox or fillers, this is your guide to spotting red flags, knowing your injector and choosing a legitimate medical practice that can actually keep you safe.

In this raw and honest episode of Behind the Syringe on Honey Radio, Dr. Honey returns to the mic with Michelle to unpack what 2025 really looked like behind the scenes—personally and as med spa owners. They talk about navigating a year that felt like “the Year of the Snake,” shedding old skin, going through divorce and remarriage, and restructuring everything from identity to business operations.

For fellow small business and med spa owners, they break down the real costs of running a high-level practice, why organization and planners matter, how to review bank statements and cut unnecessary subscriptions, negotiating better deals, the importance of reinvesting profits (and paying yourself last), and why hiring the right accountant is non-negotiable. They also cover social media strategy from a human angle—focusing on authenticity, intention, and community over bots and vanity metrics—as they set fresh intentions and “new energy” for 2026.

In this episode of Behind the Syringe on Honey Radio, host Michelly sits down with aesthetic nurse injector Kassy (Kassandra Villanueva, RN) to talk about her journey from med-surg nursing and young motherhood into the world of aesthetics. Kassy opens up about failing and coming back stronger, the realities of training as an injector, her biggest fears around Botox and filler complications, and why honesty, education, and realistic treatment plans matter more than trends. They also debunk common myths about filler, discuss what really happens behind the scenes at an aesthetic practice, and share how long-term client relationships turn into true friendships.