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HLSB Health and Wellness
Adriana Garza Contreras
Adriana Garza Contreras, FNP-BC, APRN, MSN, CANS, MEP-C is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and co-founder of Higher Level Skin + Beauty (HLSB), a premier multi-location med spa in Texas. Known for delivering refined, natural results through clinical precision and artistry, she is also a national trainer for the Allergan Medical Institute (makers of Botox®), where she educates medical professionals on advanced injectable techniques and patient safety.
- Hormone Optimization
- Peptide Therapy
- On/Off Label Techniques
- Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty
- BOTOX®
- JUVÉDERM®
- KYBELLA®
- Hydra Needling
- Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP)
- Dermal Fillers
- Body Contouring
Beyond patient care, Adriana is deeply passionate about mentorship and professional development. She actively trains and empowers other providers to grow confidently in both clinical skill and business strategy. Her mission is simple: to elevate standards, inspire confidence, and help patients and providers alike operate at a higher level.
Hormone Optimization
Strength, Clarity & Confidence
Hormone therapy for men goes beyond lab values. It is about restoring vitality, sharpening focus, and rebuilding steady confidence. When medically supervised and properly optimized, hormone balance can support lean muscle, sustained energy, improved mood, and clearer thinking. The goal is not excess. It is balance that helps men show up stronger in every area of life.
Clarity Comes Before Treatment
Hormone optimization is not one-size-fits-all. Adriana and her team at HLSB Health & Wellness establish a clear baseline and identify true imbalances, we create a personalized treatment plan rooted in safety, precision, and long-term results. Clarity comes before treatment and patients should always feel informed and in control when it comes to their body.
What Should I Do?
Initial lab work and a consultation with HLSB Health & Wellness will explain patterns, not just numbers. Most standard labs are designated to detect disease, not to optimize how you feel. Hormone balance, stress response, and metabolism require more detailed testing, but you can decide your next steps with no pressure or obligation for treatment.
Hormone Starter Panel
Hormone Labs testing done by HLSB Health & Wellness will review your results, give you a clear explanation and provide personalized next-step options.
- Testosterone (Total + Free)
- Estrogen (Estradiol)
- Progesterone (When Appropriate)
- Thyroid (TSH, Free T3, Free T4)
- Cortisol (Stress Hormone)
- Metabolic Markers (As Indicated)
Some patients choose optimization programs and others simply want answers.
Common Symptoms In Men
- Low Energy or Motivation
- Reduced Strength or Recovery
- Brain Fog
- Weight Gain
- Low Libido or Performance
You don't need all of these symptoms, just one of these can be hormone related.
"Normal" Isn't Always Normal.
Do you feel off? Hormone imbalances go undetected on routine bloodwork often. Most standard labs are designated to detect disease, not to optimize how you feel. Hormone balance, stress response, and metabolism require more detailed testing and pattern analysis, not a single number. You can be "normal" and still feel exhausted, flat or stuck.
Common Symptoms In Women
- Chronic Fatigue
- Weight Resistance
- Poor Sleep
- Anxiety or Mood Swings
- PMS, Perimenopause, or Menopause Symptoms
You don't need all of these symptoms, just one of these can be hormone related.
Peptide Therapy
What Is Peptide Therapy?
Peptide therapy uses short chains of amino acids (the building blocks of proteins) to help support and regulate natural processes in the body.
Peptides act as biological messengers, signaling cells to perform specific functions such as:
- Supporting metabolism and fat utilization
- Promoting tissue repair and recovery
- Encouraging healthy sleep patterns
- Supporting skin quality and collagen production
- Helping maintain energy and vitality
Unlike many medications that override body systems, peptides are designed to work with your body’s existing pathways. All protocols are personalized and medically supervised
Why Peptide Therapy?
Patients often explore Peptide Therapy to help support:
- Anti-Aging Support
- Injury Recovery
- Fat Loss & Metabolism
- Hormone Optimization
- Skin & Hair Health
- Brain & Mood Support
- Muscle Gain & Recovery
- Reduced Libido
Peptide Therapy Categories
- Recovery & Cellular Repair
- Metabolic & Body Composition Support
- Sleep & Cognitive Restoration
- Skin & Aesthetic Vitality
- Hormone Signaling & Optimization
- Personalized Protocol Design
HLSB Health and Wellness
Adriana Garza Contreras
Adriana Garza Contreras is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner, aesthetic entrepreneur, nationally and internationally recognized educator in advanced medical aesthetics. She is the co-founder/owner of Higher Level Skin + Beauty, a premier, multi-location medspa in Texas known for delivering refined, natural-looking results through innovation, artistry, and clinical excellence.
With a strong foundation in advanced practice nursing and a passion for elevating the aesthetics industry, Adriana has built a brand synonymous with integrity, precision, and results. She holds multiple advanced certifications and serves as a national trainer for the Allergan Medical Institute — the makers of Botox® — where she educates fellow medical professionals on advanced injectable techniques, patient safety, and evidence-based aesthetic treatments.
Since founding Higher Level Skin + Beauty in 2020, Adriana has expanded her practice across Texas, earning recognition for both clinical outcomes and business leadership. Her expertise spans neuromodulators, dermal fillers, regenerative therapies, peptide therapy, laser treatments, and cutting-edge skin technologies. She is particularly known for her commitment to continuous education and her dedication to shifting perceptions of nurse practitioners as leaders and innovators within the healthcare and aesthetics space.
Beyond patient care, Adriana is deeply passionate about mentorship and professional development. She actively trains and empowers other providers to grow confidently in both clinical skill and business strategy. Her mission is simple: to elevate standards, inspire confidence, and help patients and providers alike operate at a higher level.