My childhood gave me resilience - and there's little that can surprise me in life.

When I was a teenager, I remember I wanted to put so much makeup on - it was just a natural thing over there. Why they do it, I guess, is because historically, there were twice as many women as there were men after the World War II.

Because of my childhood where I was constantly by myself, I always feel lonely. I have a lot of people that I absolutely love and I know love me but I can't get rid of that feeling of loneliness no matter who I'm with - even with my children.

The big contracts go to the girls who are healthy - they need to have a sparkle in their eyes and you can't fake that if you're unhealthy.

I was born in Nizhny Novgorod to a very poor family and unfortunately my father and mother separated when I was very little.

The secret to applying my makeup is that I just put it where it's needed.

I think protecting your family and giving to them is so important. It’s the most important achievement.