Finding my Creative Frequency | by Erin Furtado | October 2024

It all started during an internship for my nutrition therapy program at a local community garden. One day, a guest came to teach the children at our after-school garden club how to make herbal-infused lip balms. I watched in awe as they combined simple, natural ingredients with such care and intention, transforming them into something functional, beautiful, and nourishing. The experience lit a spark in me. I loved it so much that I went home and ordered 100 lip balm tubes that same night and soon began experimenting!

That was the beginning of what would eventually become Burke’s Balm. (Burke being my maiden name and also what I was referred to all throughout college and even up to now by those that knew me then) I started crafting lip balms and giving them to family and friends. The joy of creating something with my hands, blending botanicals, oils, and waxes, felt deeply satisfying. Before long, I expanded into making salves, body butters, bath salts, and lotions. I sold my creations at craft shows and farmer's markets, channeling this newfound passion into something that felt both purposeful and personal.

As life got busier, I slowed down on making products, sticking mainly to personal use. But in 2018, something shifted. I discovered soap making—specifically cold process soap—and instantly fell in love with the process. The ability to mix oils, lye, and natural additives and turn them into beautiful, handcrafted bars of soap felt like a true creative outlet, a form of consumable art that allowed me to merge science, creativity, and nature. Revitalizing Burke's Balm, I expanded it into EBF Holistic Wellness to incorporate my nutrition training, blending my passion for natural skincare with holistic health. My intention with the products I was making was to source high-quality, local ingredients whenever possible. On our farm, I began growing many of the botanicals I used in my products, forming a deeper connection to the ingredients that went into each creation. I would also source ingredients from local farms and consistently made a batch with over 75% of the ingredients sourced within one mile.

The Power of Frequency and Vibration in Creation

Through my journey of creating botanical skincare products, I’ve come to realize how closely this work aligns with the concepts of frequency and vibration. Every plant, oil, and ingredient carries its own unique energy, and when we work with them mindfully, we tap into those natural vibrations. In a way, creating skincare products becomes a meditative process—a way to attune ourselves to nature’s rhythms and frequencies while expressing creativity through tactile, hands-on work.

Crafting skincare products is more than just following a recipe; it’s an art form that allows us to connect with the energies around us and within us. Every oil you choose, every herb you infuse, and every essential oil you blend holds its own vibrational frequency that contributes to the final creation. Just as frequency-minded music can shift your energy, the act of creating botanical skincare products has the power to raise your vibration, tapping into your creative potential. In fact, I often listen to frequency-minded music while in the process of creating my products, allowing the music's healing vibrations to influence both my creative flow and the energy of the final product.

Start Your Own Creative Journey with My Ebook

If you’ve ever been curious about making your own botanical skincare products, now is the perfect time to start. Whether you’re looking for a creative outlet or simply want to learn how to make high-quality, natural products for yourself and your loved ones, my new ebook will guide you on this journey.

In my ebook, I walk you through everything you need to know to start making soap and creating botanical skincare—from understanding the basics of cold process soap, to choosing high-quality ingredients, to crafting beautiful, nourishing products like body butters and lip balms. It’s a step-by-step guide to help you explore the world of handmade skincare, while unlocking your own unique frequency and creativity.

Not only will you learn practical skills, but you’ll also discover how making your own products can become a meditative, fulfilling practice. By the time you’ve finished, you’ll have created your own line of consumable art—perfect for personal use, thoughtful gifts, or even the start of a small business.

Ready to tap into your own creative frequency? Get started today by purchasing my botanical skin care ebook available on my website: www.erinfurtado.com and begin crafting your own nourishing, handmade creations!