The Glow ArcLight II Curved Reflector has the right idea when it comes to revealing beauty. The curve of the reflector focuses the source light and equalizes the catchlight into an unbroken band. The contour enhances the magic of youthful vibrancy and the sensation of a healthy glowing complexion, achieves the illustrative goal of fashion, portrait, and beauty photographers. The overall effect imparts allure and charm. ArcLight II goes to the next step. The difference here is that the curve of the reflector focuses the source light and equalizes the catchlight into an unbroken band, beyond the capacity of customary straight silver cards. Moreover, without additional light sources! Eyes seem to sparkle, wrinkles blend into softness, while textures diminish, and skin radiates with subtle tones. The sphere of the eye catches a brilliant arc of light, the signature of the beauty reflector. A modeling light equipped strobe helps you visualize the proper placement of both the primary source light and the ArcLight II Reflector. The process is straightforward to accomplish perfection. Place the center of the ArcLight under the subject so that the light coming from the source is captured by the arc at an angle of incident equally to the source - resulting in an alluring u-shaped catchlight in the iris. Center a 48 to 60" wide softbox, preferably, or wide umbrella, above and in front of the subject, approximately 3 feet from the individual. Tilt the light to optimally illuminate the face with the least dramatic effect, while maintaining a pleasing wash of light. Glow Fabrics for ArcLight II Curved Reflectors are included in three luxurious finishes for even more customization of your beauty tool. The fabrics are interchangeable with a clever wrap and zip system to speed photo sessions along. Silver Fabric Reflector focuses the source light and equalizes the catchlight into an unbroken band, without additional lightsources. Eyes seem to sparkle, wrinkles blend into softness, while textures diminish, and skin radiates with subtle tones. The sphere of the eye catches a brilliant arc of light, the signature of the beauty reflector. White Fabric reduces the overall effect delivered by the Silver ArcLight fabric. More subtle, smoother skin tones and less distinct catchlight results, quite noticeable in the sphere of the eye, the signature of the beauty reflector. The Wave Gold Fabric, throws a warm bronzing glow into the skin, imparting a visual illusion of well-being and a delicate allure to the catchlight in the eye. Combined with color balanced lighting from the main light, the reflection simulates the right touch of a sunlit environment.