Because of the intensely potent healing properties of Vitamin A, scientists in the skin-care industry have developed products designed to stimulate skin-cells through the use of Retinol, a pure and active derivative of Vitamin A. The following article will define retinol, explaining how it works, as well as its effectiveness in treating wrinkles, as well as other skin issue. It will also provide a helpful look into using this vitamin derivative safely, as well as some of the side effects of its use.