Writing down goals makes you think of what is achievable. It really makes you reflect on what you are today.

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.

Russian women are very friendly with makeup, almost too friendly sometimes.

The best part of work is always working with people and getting to know them and having the sense that you're not actually working.

Before I left Russia in 1999, I was living in a very poor factory town with my family and friends, and nothing was ever going to change.

I learnt early to have little expectation so I protected myself from ever feeling greatly disappointed.

My appearance gave me access to a particular kind of world and I'm really grateful for it.