Retinol is a form of Vitamin A that belongs to a family of Vitamin A derivatives known as retinoids. A great alternative to Retinoic Acid (prescription Vitamin A), cosmetic grade Retinol is a slower, more gentle introduction for the skin, allowing it to be applied regularly and without visible trauma. Retinol is clinically proven to work as an antioxidant, to regulate skin turnover, to help accelerate cell division, cell differentiation and to encourage the formation of collagen for firmer, smoother skin as well as many other skin enhancing benefits.