A reflector is the decorative inner portion of a recessed light that sits between the light source and the ceiling trim ring. The reflector plays a very important roll in the visual glare on the ceiling. We strongly advise all of our clients to use a reflector that does not visibly reflect the light back, so no white reflectors here. We recommend using a clear specular (chrome) or black specular (shiny black) to reduce as much glare as possible, which is why we have designed our collection of recessed fixtures as such.