THE UPTOWN TEAM

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Abby Davis graduated with honors from Auburn University and has over 20 years of experience as a registered nurse. She also received her certification for Botox and Filler from the prestigious National Laser Institute, one of the top-rated training centers in the nation.

Abby is passionate about helping her clients look and feel their best while preserving and enhancing their natural beauty. Understanding that each individual has unique needs, Abby prides herself on her ability to help her clients set realistic goals. She enjoys the personal connections she makes and boosting her clients’ confidence with the services she provides.

Abby is constantly seeking out opportunities to educate herself on new techniques so she can provide her clients with the best, safest and most up-to-date aesthetic care.

Skyler Brightman is an Arizona native and licensed aesthetician known for delivering results-driven, deeply restorative treatments. Since 2023, she has specialized in clinical facials and expert waxing, combining advanced technique with a calming, intentional touch to create both visible results and a truly elevated experience.

Skyler is passionate about helping clients feel confident and radiant—enhancing beauty from the inside out through personalized care and thoughtful treatment planning.

Outside of the treatment room, she leads an active lifestyle, enjoying tennis and running, and is currently training for her first half marathon. She also loves spending time with her dog, embracing balance, movement, and wellness in her everyday life.

With 10 years of experience in healthcare and clinical research, Vongmaly brings a strong foundation in patient care, safety, and evidence-based practice to aesthetic medicine. Vongmaly earned her first Bachelor of Science in Public Health from Stony Brook University before returning to nursing after raising her family. Vongmaly graduated with Honors from Northern Arizona University with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and completed her aesthetic injector certification through the Edunn Institute for Aesthetic Advancement. Vongmaly continues to refine her skills through advanced training and mentorship with Kristen Hansen, founder of Uptown Medispa. She approaches aesthetics with a holistic philosophy, believing that confidence and beauty are closely connected to overall wellness. Vongmaly believes every treatment begins with listening, educating, and developing a personalized plan that prioritizes safety, trust, and beautiful, natural-looking outcomes.

Outside of work, Vongmaly enjoys spending time with her family, practicing yoga, cooking up a storm, and collecting more kitchen gadgets than she probably needs..

With more than 25 years of experience in the medical and aesthetics industries, Kristen L. Hansen is committed to helping clients enhance their natural beauty through the means of medical aesthetics. Kristen is the founder of the Uptown Medispa brand as well as The Edunn Academy for Excellence in Aesthetics. She is the creator of the Edunn line of medical grade home skin care. Kristen is a practitioner and educator in the field of aesthetic skincare, cosmetic injectables and aesthetic practice management. Whether working with clients or educating students, Kristen's focus is always centered around restoration of anatomy and safe research-based application of aesthetic techniques.

In her free time Kristen enjoys spending time with her husband and teenaged kids. She loves spending time in nature is most content when exploring a trail on her bike or skis. Kristen is passionate about travel and learning about foreign cultures.

With almost 25 years of experience in the medical and aesthetics industries, Faydra is committed to helping clients enhance their natural beauty through the means of medical aesthetics. As a Certified Medical Injector, she is committed to providing a relaxed and comfortable environment before, during and after procedures and is passionate about helping clients feel and look their very best.

Faydra graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from the University of Texas Health Science Center. She also served as a Certified Case Manager, directly working to help clients make health care choices for themselves and their families. In her spare time, she enjoys staying busy with her family and many pets.

With a goal of placing her clients at ease and making them comfortable with the many treatments available, Faydra coordinates, assesses their needs and suggests the best options available. She has a commitment to providing comprehensive care to help exceed client expectations and provide the highest quality of service.

Gabrielle began her career in the aesthetics industry over 27 years ago at PCA Skin. After earning a Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies with an emphasis in Public Relations. She spent nearly a decade with the company, training under its founder—a pioneer in chemical peel technology. Gabrielle has worked as a certified laser technician and has extensive hands-on experience in advanced skin treatments. After witnessing the growth of the aesthetics industry, while raising her two daughters, she returned to school to become a registered nurse with the goal of combining medical expertise with her deep knowledge of skincare.

Today, Gabrielle is passionate about offering results-driven aesthetic services that continue to evolve with the industry. Outside of work, she enjoys yoga, cooking, reading, spending time with her daughters and husband.