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"The People's Doctor"

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Dr Holloway Peak Soap Founder
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Our Story

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 surgeries did not like. These companies would distance themselves from health professionals who pointed out that synthetic products could cause harm to people.  This spirit of contrarianism was passed on to Richard's children David and Michael and wife Elizabeth who also became passionate about promoting freedom and choice in healthcare.


Elizabeth Holloway was also a huge part of Peak Soap. Elizabeth was a nurse and an experienced gardener. She financed the business and grew many of the herbs, flowers and botanics that were used as ingredients. Richard and Elizabeth met whilst working in hospital in the 1950s and 60s where Richard was a doctor and Elizabeth a nurse. Elizabeth died in the line of duty during the 2021 COVID pandemic. She was 78, still working full time and refused to abandon her duties. She gave her life caring for her patients at the hospital she worked at in Nottingham.

Together, the Holloway family created a medley of gentle beautiful cosmetics and soap free from harsh chemicals and preservatives. Our range is inspired by the colours and smells of the Peak District, English Victorian gardens, natural products and sustainable farming methods. All our soap is made here in Bakewell in Derbyshire using organic vegetable oils and essentials oils. We try to stay true to Dr Holloways philosophy and Elizabeths love of gardening, nature and flowers.

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  • Home
    • Mission Statement
    • Soap Ingredients
    • Key Soap Bar Facts
    • Skincare Solutions >
      • Which Soap Is Best For Acne?
      • Which Soap Is Best For Dry Skin?
      • Which Soap Is Best For Oily Skin?
      • Which Soap Is Best For Eczema?
    • Derbyshire Soap Bars >
      • Classic Soap Bar Scents
      • The Towns of Derbyshire
      • Exotic Soap Bars
      • Fresh Soap Bars
      • Popular Soap Bars
      • Floral Soap Bars
      • Lavender Soap Bars
    • Soap Blog Categories
    • Why Use Handmade Soap?
    • How We Prepare Your Soap
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Carbon Neutral Cosmetic
    • Delivery and Returns
    • Terms and Conditions
    • Customer Support
    • How To Make Soap
  • Store
    • Soap Category
    • Victorian Skincare
    • Bakewell Soap Bars
    • Hair Conditioner
    • Victorian Soap
    • Soap Bar Gift Boxes
    • Shampoo
    • Shampoo Bars
    • Bath Salts
    • Mini Soap Bars
    • Wrapped Soap
    • Derbyshire Town Soap
    • Wrapped Skincare Soap
  • Search
  • Our Story
  • The Pretty Pink Soap Blog
  • Wholesale Soap Bars
    • Wholesale Soap Prices
  • Contact Us