Ilsa Strix (born Karin Winslow on December 15, 1967) was a Los Angeles-based professional dominatrix. Strix retired from her various roles as a dominatrix in 2002 to become a doctor of human sexuality. She was born in Connecticut. Strix is of German descent and is fluent in German. She is a tall, voluptuous blonde with a very Germanic appearance. Before going "pro", Winslow participated in (Windsor) community theatre including Babes in Arms and other musical comedies.