The 8x magnification is perfect. Both mirrors seem distortion-free. The light doesnt shine in your eyes when applying makeup, so you can see what youre doing. I like being able to dim the light using the small knob on the faceplate. Between the swiveling mirror and the extension arm, there are multiple ways you can adjust the mirror to get it exactly how you want it. Ive had several similar products and this one is very nice quality.