Our Story
"The People's Doctor"
Dr Richard Holloway (1930 - 1999) was a medical practitioner and respiratory specialist who treated thousands of miners in Derbyshire in England. He laid the foundations for Peak Soap and the provision of natural health products as a family business. He carried out groundbreaking research demonstrating that petrochemicals in household products contributed to skin ageing and respiratory problems. He championed the use of non-synthetic ingredients in health products.
During the 1970s, 80s and 90s, Dr Holloway gave people more choice and a louder voice in healthcare. Something the big pharmaceutical companies that supplied UK medical practices did not like. Pharmaceutical companies would distance themselves from health professionals who pointed out that synthetic products could cause harm with long term use. The spirit of contrarianism in healthcare was passed on to Richard's son, the well known Derbyshire songwriter, Mike Holloway and Richards wife Elizabeth.
Together, the Holloway family created a medley of gentle beautiful cosmetics and soap free from artificial chemicals. The range is inspired by the colours and smells of the Peak District, English Victorian gardens, natural products and sustainable farming methods. Peak soap is made in Bakewell in Derbyshire using the highest quality ingredients. The company is commited to staying true to Dr Holloways philosophy and Elizabeths love of English gardens, nature and flowers.
During the 1970s, 80s and 90s, Dr Holloway gave people more choice and a louder voice in healthcare. Something the big pharmaceutical companies that supplied UK medical practices did not like. Pharmaceutical companies would distance themselves from health professionals who pointed out that synthetic products could cause harm with long term use. The spirit of contrarianism in healthcare was passed on to Richard's son, the well known Derbyshire songwriter, Mike Holloway and Richards wife Elizabeth.
Together, the Holloway family created a medley of gentle beautiful cosmetics and soap free from artificial chemicals. The range is inspired by the colours and smells of the Peak District, English Victorian gardens, natural products and sustainable farming methods. Peak soap is made in Bakewell in Derbyshire using the highest quality ingredients. The company is commited to staying true to Dr Holloways philosophy and Elizabeths love of English gardens, nature and flowers.
Michael Holloway
Michael Holloway came to prominence in 1999 while working in the Sheffield music industry. He quickly became one of Derbyshires most loved singer/songwriters, signing a publishing deal and releasing his debut album Pictures & Moods and a plethora of singles between the years 1999 up to the present day. Mike Holloway was originally an audio engineer and musician, writing for himself but over time became a professional writer for a variety of talented British artists and singers from all over the UK whilst also working as a medical neuroscientist helping people with TBI and associated disabilities. Holloway started Peak Soap in 2015 and has been a key member of its team for over 10 years.
