Lust Have It Unboxing | June 2016

I've got a new video up on my YouTube channel today. It's the June Unboxing of the Lust Have It bag.

This month we got three deluxe samples, one full size product and one mystery product picked out by the Lust Have It team.

The box (bag) costs $19.95 monthly or $250 a year.  The boxes contain five+ deluxe samples every month and they come in a handy hot pink mesh cosmetics bag.

I usually have a $5 discount code but from now on the lovely ladies at Lust Have It have upped the discount to $10 off your first box.

To redeem the $10 off your first box, simply enter DIXIEGIRL1 at checkout.

All products in this month's box are listed in the description bar below the video.

Enjoy,

Dixie Girlxox

Maslow & Co West Coast USA Unboxing

I've got a new and super exciting unboxing up on my YouTube channel.

The Maslow & Co USA West Coast Beauty Box has SOLD OUT already!

Even though it has sold out, you can buy the individual full size products on the Maslow & Co website.

This box has a range of skincare, haircare and beauty products and after a fantastic New Zealand box, it doesn't disappoint.  As I mentioned in my last blog post, this subscription box blows any other box I receive out of the water.

The quality of the box is superb and the range of products is well thought out and appeals to a wide age range (even though I secretly think that Maslow & Co made these boxes just for me).

The Maslow & Co boxes are bi-monthly and there are several options you can choose when it comes to ordering:

• An annual subscription with an up-front payment of $240.  This will give you 6 boxes with a value of over $700. 

• Bi-monthly, billed bi-monthly at a cost of $44 per box with no lock-in contract.

• Why not treat someone you love to these amazing boxes?  You can purchase a one-off box for $54, a six month subscription (giving you 3 boxes) for $132, or the one year subscription for $240.

Anyone who signs up for a Bi-Monthly membership will receive a luxury travel set featuring the ila spa Shampoo For Revitalising Hair and Conditioner For Nourishing Hair. 

Harnessing the true powers of natural ingredients, ila spa creates products to nourish beyond the physical. Value: $16.

*This product was featured in our UK Edit. Great for all hair types!

At checkout, use the code DIXIE to redeem. Expires 31 July!

The next box is the East Coast USA box and it's on sale now and due out in August which will be super exciting for me as its my Birthday month!

I can't recommend this box highly enough.  I've been so impressed with everything from the super speedy deliver, careful packaging and fantastic well thought out rang of products.

I've listed everything that comes in the box in the description box below the video.

I hope you like it as much as I do.

If you do want the East Coast USA box, subscribe quickly because these babies run out the door super fast!

Enjoy,

Dixie Girlxox 

Kiehl's Partners with the Australian Children's Music Foundation

Kiehl's has once again proven why they are such a fantastic company, with strong ties to the community, getting behind yet another great cause

Kiel's believes in giving back so they've partnered with the Australian Children's Music Foundation (ACMF), an organisation that brings music into the lives of children who are disadvantaged and living in remote areas of Australia.

Starting today, 26 June, and running for six weeks, Kiehl's are featuring a Limited Edition label on their number one best selling product, the Ultra Facial Cream.  For the six weeks, $2 from every limited edition product sold will be donated to the Australian Children's Music Foundation.

The ACMF has been running since 2002 when it was founded by Don Spencer OAM, to specifically address the needs of children deprived of music.  The charity provides musical instruments and music lessons to many many children who are disadvantaged, some in Indigenous schools,  juvenile justice centres, hospitals and community centres all over Australia.

Research conducted has proven how important music is in the lives of children, yet so many children don't have access to enjoy music.  Today 75% of public schools do not have a specialist music teacher.

Kiehl's has partnered with one of the 21st century's most well respected bands, The Preatures.  This marks the beginning of a hugely important relationship between the ACMF, Kiehl's and The Preatures.  Both The Preatures and Kiehl's will be engaging in awareness raising activities for this fantastic organisation.

The Preatures, who first hit the Australian music scene in 2011, have bought Australian talent to the world.  The lineup consists of Isabella Manfredi (lead vocals), Jack Moffitt (guitar), Thomas Champion (bass) and Luke Davidson (drums).

The band are a rock n' roll quartet and are regulars on both Australian and international touring circuits.  They've performed to a packed audience at Coachella, had rave reviews for their debut album, been voted Band of the Year by GQ and this year they join an amazing lineup of musical talent at Byron Bays (always packed out) Splendour in the Grass.

As well as featuring on Kiehl's limited edition Ultra Facial Cream, The Preatures will be helping to spread the word about the Australian Children's Music Foundation and the importance of music in the lives of Aussie children.

The Kiehl's Limited Edition Ultra Facial Cream is on sale as of today, featuring both the ACMF and The Preatures, and will be sold for a limited period of six weeks.  $2 from every product sold will be going straight to the ACMF to help with their amazing work.

I've always been a huge fan of Kiehl's and their products, this just makes me more impressed!

Enjoy,

Dixie Girlxox

Moyra Sweet Dreams Stamping Swatches

I've just uploaded Part 4 of my Moyra stamping plate series up on my YouTube channel.

This video features the gorgeous Sweet Dreams plate.  It's a mix of florals, shapes and cute coffee-related images.

As I've said before, the plate itself is 14.5cm by 9.5cm in size, with the individual images 2cm by 2.4cm, so larger than some of the other plates of that size.

The images are lovely, a real pleasure to use.  They are consistently coming up with great designs that are nicely etched and I love the fact that they are a little larger than the standard plates of this size, catering for longer nails.

I've used Papaya Whip from Bundle Monster as my base gel polish to stamp over.  I've used my trusty Fab Ur Nails stamper and the gorgeous Sea what I green stamping polish from Hit The Bottle.

LOVE this plate and it's definitely something I'd suggest you need in your collection :-)

I've listed all the products I used in the description bar below the video.

Enjoy,

Dixie Girlxox

*** NEW *** Madam Glam Metallic Gel Polish

I've got a great new video up on my YouTube channel featuring the brand new metallic gel polishes from Madam Glam.

With the new craze of chrome nails at the moment, Madam Glam has released these gorgeous gel polishes at the perfect time.  There are 16 colours in the range and so far I only have three of them, with another eight on order - so stay tuned for a further swatch video.

There is a specific way to apply these to get the maximum metallic effect.  The only drawback I see with these polishes is that the cure time is 3 minutes.  Although with these polishes you can top coat without losing any of the metallic finish, unlike some of the pigment powders and other polishes on the market.

Personally I'd rather have a three minute cure time and know that my nails will be perfect for three weeks, rather than have no top coat and good nails for a few days.

Anyway, a big thumbs up for the metallic gels.  I can't wait to get my hands on more of them.

I've got a 30% discount code if you would like to order any.  Simply enter kate30 at checkout for the discount to be applied.

I've listed the colours I used in the description bar below the video.

Enjoy,

Dixie Girlxox

Moyra Florality 1 Stamping Plate Swatches

New video up on my YouTube channel and it's part 3 in my Moyra stamping plate series.

These plates are the same size as ÜberChic or B.loves Plates - 14.5cm by 9.5cm - but the images are larger.  Each plate has 20 images that are approximately 2cm by 2.4cm in size.

I adore these plates.  The images are well etched, the designs are original and the fact that they are slightly larger is great if you have slightly longer nails.

The floral images on the plate are just gorgeous and every time I get one of the Moyra plates out to use, I just want to stamp every image.

I do find these somewhat difficult to get hold of but they are well worth the hunt.

I've used a base of My Crew from Madam Glam, stamped with Nail Stamping Queen's black stamping polish, my XL stamper from Fab Ur Nails and finished off with the matte top coat, also from Madam Glam.

If you are looking to buy products from Madam Glam, I have a 30% off discount code.  Simply enter kate30 at checkout for your discount to apply.

Everything I used is listed in the description bar below the video.

Enjoy,

Dixie Girlxox

CND Creative Play Polishes | Do They Stamp?

I've got a new video up on my YouTube featuring three polishes from CND's Creative Play collection.

I have Black + Forth, Let's Go Antiquing and Polish My Act to try out.

For me a polish needs to be opaque, stamp easily,pick up with any stamper and stamp any image from any plate without me having to faff around trying out different plate and stamper combinations.

I am pleased to say that these polishes are great.  The black is not as opaque as I would like in a black stamping polish but the gold and silver are perfect.  Super opaque, they picked up with each stamper I used and stamped every image perfectly.

To give you an idea of how you can expect them to stamp, I used three stampers:

* My own Clear Dixie Stamper
* Fab Ur Nails XL Stamper
* Marshmallow Stamper I purchased on eBay

I also used three different plates:

* Dixie Plate DP 02
* ÜberChic Beauty Plate 9-01
* Rising Sun Plate from Pet'la Plate

I'm really happy with how these stamp and I fully intend to get my mits on some more.  If I do, you can be sure I will do a swatch video.

I've listed all the products I used in the description bar below the video.

Enjoy,

Dixie Girlxox

B.loves Plates Spring Break Stamping Polishes

I've got a new video up on my YouTube channel showing off the absolutely stunning Spring Break Collection of stamping polishes from B.loves Plates.

The collection consists of six creamy pastel shades that are super pigmented and stamp beautifully.  The colours are perfect for gorgeous summer manicures.

I stamped over a base of black and white so that you can see how each colour stamps over light and dark.  I stamped with B.loves Plates Jumbo Stamper and I used one of the lovely images from the B.loves Plates Leaves of Happiness stamping plate.

Couldn't recommend these polishes highly enough.  They are 8ml bottles and you can purchase the entire set for $37.53AUD or individually for $6.95AUD (obviously this doesn't include shipping).

The plate and stamper are also fab.  The stamper is medium firm and sticky with a matte black holder which is easy to grip.  The plate is full of gorgeous leaf images and it's an absolute must in your collection, in my opinion.

If you are interested in purchasing any products from B.loves Plates, I have a 10% discount code for purchased over $30.  Simply enter DIXIEGIRLXOX10 at checkout for your discount to apply.

I've listed all the products I used in the description bar below the video.

Enjoy,

Dixie Girlxox

Fabulous Feathers | Uber Mini Stamping Plate

I've got a new video up on my YouTube channel featuring the gorgeous Fabulous Feathers Über Mini stamping plate from ÜberChic Beauty.

This is smaller than their usual plates, measuring 12cm x 6cm and it has a total of 19 images - 12 standard sized and 7 small.  The plate is mounted on a plastic backing.

This is a lovely plate if you like feather nail art.  There are so many lovely feather images to choose from and as usual, the plate is well etched and stamps brilliantly.

I stamped with my Fab Ur Nails stamper and black stamping polish from Nail Stamping Queen.  This is one of my favourite stamper/polish combinations to use with the ÜberChic plates.

The RRP for this plate is $7.99USD.

I have another of the Über Mini plates that will be coming up in a video very soon.

I've listed the products I used in the description bar below the video.

Enjoy,

Dixie Girlxox

Madam Glam Dry Marbe Nail Art Tutorial

WOOHOO I've abandoned my traditional beige nails in favour of NEON nails for a change.

I WAS planning on a cool marble and stamping tutorial but when I tried to stamp over these it was waaaayyy to busy so this is the outcome!

This is SUPER easy to create with gel polish or regular polish.

I used a base of Madam Glam gel polish in the colour So Hot, Cashmere Grey for the marbling and then I've added a little detailing with the gorgeous silver glitter, Paradise.

This is super quick and really effective and you can do this in any colour combination you can think of.  I've done a different version of this before with a white base and neon marbling and it looks great and super fun.

If you are interested in purchasing any of the Madam Glam products, firstly you will be happy to know that they are a non-professional brand of the highest quality - so available to everyone - AND I have a 30% off discount code.  Simply enter kate30 at checkout for your discount to be applied.

Also, make sure you sign up to the Madam Glam newsletter.  The regularly have amazing discounts on their products.

I've left a list of all the products I used in the description bar below the video.

Enjoy,

Dixie Girlxox

Ejiubas Egypt Stamping Plate Swatches

I recently got approached by a company called Ejiubas and they asked me if I'd like to try some of their stamping products.  I said yes and they send me a few plates to try out and review, along with a nail art mat.

I've done a swatch video of the Egypt plate today.  Now you can't buy this on its own.  You can only purchase it as a pair, along with a Henna plate.

The plate measures 14cm long by 8cm wide and it's double sided, which is something I've never seen before.

I had a little difficulty what smudging and bleeding of the images so I am looking to test some more polishes and stampers until I can find a combination that works perfectly with this plate.

The images are a decent size and some of the plates have a buffet style of image on them, rather than smaller individual images, which is a nice change.

While it's great that you get two plates for $15.99USD, I would also like the option to only purchase one plate.

Overall, it's a nice place with some unique images.  I'll report back when I've had more of a chance to play with stampers and polish.

All products used are listed in the description bar below the video.

Enjoy,

Dixie Girlxox

Dixie Plates Purple Matte Negative Space Stamping

I've just uploaded a nice and easy set of nails on my YouTube channel and I've used Dixie Plate 02 from my own collection of stamping plates.

The plates are now selling in my store.  If you would like to purchase any of the plates or stampers, please click HERE.

I've used Perplexed from Madam Glam (which is currently out of stock, due back on 10th June) and I've also used their Matte Top Coat.

I stamped with black stamping polish from Nail Stamping Queen and I used a stamper from my store, the XL Sticky Dixie Stamper.

These nails are very simple to do and I wasn't going to bother with a tutorial but whenever I don't do one, someone always asks, so I figured I'd better do one this time!

All products used are listed in the description bar below the video.

Enjoy,

Dixie Girlxox

Bundle Monster Neon Wasteland Gel Polish Collection

O.M.G. NEONS!

Welcome to the Neon Wasteland.  This is Bundle Monster's latest gel polish collection and Oh My Goodness they've done themselves proud with this collection.  Vibrant cream neon shades that are perfect for the coming Summer in the Northern hemisphere and for us in the Southern hemisphere, why the hell not!

I've been using Bundle Monster gel polishes for nearly two years and I have never been let down.  They are salon quality without being a professional brand so the great thing is that anyone can use them.

They apply beautifully and you get perfect coverage in two coats - some of the colours you can even get away with one coat!

The price point is excellent at $31.99USD (or $6.50 per bottle) for a set of six, approximately the same price you'd pay for two bottles of a professional branded gel polish.

You'll be seeing these in many of my upcoming nail art videos.

All products are listed in the description bar below the video.

Enjoy,

Dixie Girlxox

*** NEW*** Dixie Plates Collab with Sarah R

So excited to tell you I have my latest nail art collaboration with Sarah R up on my YouTube channel and the best bit is they feature my new venture, Dixie Plates.

As per normal, Sarah and I have picked an image from a plate and we basically surprise each other.  The only prerequisite was that we used one of the Dixie Plates.

I've used a base of Madam Glam gel polish, some gorgeous Dusts from Magpie Beauty, stamping polish from Hit The Bottle and of course an image from Dixie Plate 02.

You'll have to go and check out Sarah's video to see which image and other products she's used :-)

Don't forget, Sarah is my exclusive UK & European distributor so go check out her Etsy store.  The pre-sale is ABOUT TO HAPPEN!

Feel free to come across to Facebook and join the Dixie Plates group.  Everyone is welcome to join.

All products I've used are linked in the description box below the video.

Enjoy,

Dixie Girlxox

*** NEW *** Dixie Plates 03 Swatches

The third video showing off my stamping plates is up on my YouTube channel and I'm showing off Dixie Plate 03 today.

This plate is broken up into three large sections full of lace images.  This is perfect for wedding nails or special occasion nails.  It stamps beautifully and even the finest details picks up perfectly.

I'm using white polishes from both Nail Stamping Queen and Hit The Bottle.  I love both brands of polish and they both stamp perfectly with my plates and stampers.

Sarah Richardson - my exclusive UK and European distributor - stocks Nail Stamping Queen polishes in her Etsy store so if you are in Europe, go check her out.

Dixie Plates will be released in June in my Shopify store, with a pre-sale to be announced soon.  Click HERE and sign up at the store for more details on when the store opens.

The plates measure 14.5cm long by 9.5cm wide.  As well as the stamper in this video, check out the one in the first video.  I will be stocking both as they both stamp great with my plates and need no priming.

To stay informed about what's going on with Dixie Plates, please feel free to join my Dixie Plates Facebook group.

This group is for professional nail techs and non-professionals alike.  Everyone is welcome :-)

I am looking to add a stamping plate to the series every four to six weeks.  I will have more of an idea once we start selling.  I am working on new plates right now so all is looking great.  There are some super exciting images in the works.

If you've got any questions, you can email info@dixiegirlxox.com.

Enjoy,

Dixie Girlxox