Mariella solves beauty tangle for the over-50s

HER nordic blonde bob is as distinctive as her husky voice — and in broadcaster Mariella Frostrup’s book, good hair is the secret to looking fab over 50.

‘When I was younger, the “fallen-out-of-bed” look was quite sexy,’ says Mariella, 54, pictured left with a casual do in 2008. ‘But now I can’t do anything on a professional level without knowing my hair is perfectly under control.

‘That’s my piece of advice for today. Invest in keeping your hair looking great!’