Lauren is an integral part of the Vintage Body Spa team. She started off as an intern and I knew right away that I’d be hiring her as soon as her internship ended. She exudes such peace and joy, (which is so evident in her picture below!) and brings such positivity and creative ideas to the table. I love being able to tell her just the basics of a concept I have and she instantly ‘gets’ it and brings it to life, 1000 times better than I could have ever imagined. She has a great eye for design and has been a true blessing to work with. I’m happy to share a brief interview with Lauren below so you can get to know her as well!

Tell us about yourself:
I graduated from Western Kentucky University in May 2011 with a Bachelor of Arts in Print Advertising and a minor in Graphic Design. I worked in retail for almost six years, with advertising and graphic design jobs on the side. I am currently employed full-time at Assumption High School as the Campus Store Coordinator/Graphic Designer. I also work for Vintage Body Spa and do freelance graphic design on the side. I never imagined that I would be working full-time, and doing what I love less than a year after graduation. I am extremely blessed.

What are some of the projects you’re working on/have worked on with Vintage Body Spa?
As an intern, I designed a lot of website banners, kept up with blogs, edited product copy, and designed some labels. I currently design many of the labels for each line.

She’s so modest! She has created all of the logos/banners/headers/ebook covers/marketing pieces for all of my business ventures, not just the labels for Vintage Body Spa. She also creates labels and marketing pieces for some of our private label partners. She is uber-talented, and as I mentioned in a recent testimonial for her, she is our designer and the only one I’ll work with whenever I launch new products, programs or businesses. – Alyssa

What are your future career goals?
I am going through a phase where I think I’d like to start my own graphic design business. However, a month ago I wanted to design product packaging for Yum! I’m sure I’ll change my mind again fairly soon.

What is your favorite way to relax?
Either taking a bath with my Eucalyptus Spearmint Salt Soak, or lying on the couch in my pajamas watching TV or reading a good book.

Favorite Vintage Body Spa product?
I absolutely love the Salt Soak. I have neck and back problems, so it helps relieve some of the pain.

Favorite vacation spot? If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?
I have two favorite vacation spots–One of them is anywhere out West. I went on a two week road trip with my family to all of the national parks out West, and it was a trip I’ll never forget.

My other favorite vacation spot is Siesta Key Beach in Sarasota, Florida.

I am not really sure where I would travel–again, I change my mind often! But currently I want to travel all over Europe.

Favorite quote?
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.”
Proverbs 3:5-6

A quick promotion you can take advantage of in time for Valentine’s Day!
* All Sassimi robes, wraps and loungewear is 20% off, PLUS
* with each Sassimi order, you get TWO (2) FREE Suga’ Lips Lip Balms! – Give both to your valentine, or keep one (or both!) for yourself. Free products worth $12.

We’ve just added capri pants and a new cotton spa lounger and yes, both of these products are on sale as well!

It’s very easy to take advantage of this offer – the discounts have already been applied to the products on our website. Then, in the ‘notes’ box at checkout, simply list the two flavors of Suga’ Lips Lip Balm you’d like and that’s it!

Act now – this offer is only good for the next 3 days – it expires on Thursday, 2/9/2012 so you’ll be sure to have your order just in time to surprise your Valentine. Let the romance begin!

Just a reminder that our production and shipping departments will be closed starting tomorrow, Friday, October 14th through Friday, October 21st. Our customer service team will continue checking email and responding to customer inquiries, so if you have any questions or concerns, please email us.

Remember, orders can still be placed online at www.vintagebodyspa.com during this time, but will not ship before October 24th.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, and thank you for your understanding.

Due to multiple requests, we’re happy to say that we’ve reopened our drop shipping program effective today.

Do you want to make extra money by selling Vintage Body Spa and/or Eco Baby Botanicals products in your online store? Apply to participate in our drop ship program. We’ll review your application and reply within 72 business hours if your application has been approved. If approved, you’ll receive information on setting up your account and a listing of the products that are available for drop shipping.

Drop ship accounts receive wholesale pricing plus pay a $2.00 per item drop ship fee and shipping. This is a great opportunity to add additional inventory to your online boutique and boost sales, just in time for the holidays!

This program has always been popular, so be sure to apply soon, before we have to close it again – we can only accept a limited number of new boutiques.