These are the 30 most flattering haircuts for mature women

Nobody does chic like Helen Mirren. Mirror her elegant style with a pompadour updo, which gives thinner hair tons of volume at the crown, making it appear thicker.

There’s nothing better than a perfectly tousled, beachy wave. Victoria Beckham’s softly waved bob is the epitome of effortless chic. To replicate this look, try using a wave spray and scrunching your hair. This will enhance natural waves and give you an extra boost in volume.

Whoever asked, "Does long hair make an older woman look older?" has clearly never seen Naomi Campbell. And if you are still on the fence about growing out your hair, then opt for a weave or a wig to get the style sans commitment.

If there's one person who knows how to age gracefully, it's Jane Fonda. Take the plunge with a short style that features lots of layers and volume.

Pamela Anderson's vintage-inspired curls bring to mind a young Grace Kelly. Her blonde hair, worn at jaw length, was swept off her face into a Hollywood style. She kept it full at the roots, with soft curls gathered at the ends for a true starlet feel.

Update your updo with this fantastic hairstyle for older women. This mohawk style, as pictured on Viola Davis, won't make you look like you are chasing a trend. The way her curls cascade down gives just the right amount of edge.

A pixie with choppy pieces looks fresh and youthful‚ plus it's wash-and-go low-maintenance. Try out feathery micro bangs with your pixie like Judi Dench. These can help elongate your face and bring attention to your eyes. A dab of pomade worked through small sections of dry hair will enhance the shape.

If you have medium-length or even long hair, a quick way to update your look is simply to pull it back into a messy bun. If your hair is layered like Salma Hayek, then let a tendril down on each side of your face to help frame your face.

Angela Bassett's cool, fringed style is the height of glam. Long waves help accentuate your cheekbones, while blunt bangs frame your face.

Embracing hair's volume and curly or wavy texture adds a flattering softness to the face, as Andie MacDowell proves. Distribute a curl-defining mousse through damp strands before air-drying or styling.

An asymmetrical cut gives your face and overall look some dimension. We love Jennifer Lopez's honey blonde take on this asymmetrical bob.

No matter what your hair's length, bouncy, well-shaped spirals read as lively, youthful and glamorous. Curl small sections using a 3/4" curling iron for tighter coils or use a 1-inch one to make it looser like Meg Ryan.

Give facial features a visual "lift" like Julianne Moore by pulling hair back into a soft chignon at the crown of your head. Lightly mist the front with hairspray to tame any flyaways.

Next time you put your hair up, try leaving a few pieces out and styling them to one side, like Susan Sarandon.

Let your natural texture shine through like Oprah Winfrey. The best way to make sure each coil is defined? Apply a gel for curly hair when strands are still wet.

If you want your color to pack a punch, opt for chunkier highlights, like Christine Baranski. These streaks will light up your whole face.

Does your hair colour mimic your skin tone? If so, you may look washed out. Copy Meryl Streep and choose a base colour that's at least two shades darker than your skin tone, even if your hair is blonde. If you hair is on the thinner side, you can help bring volume to the roots by pulling half of it up.

Searching for a hairstyle that looks great on women over 70? How about for women in their 90s?! Look no further than Rita Moreno. How do you take grey hair but make it fashion? Ms. Moreno proves grey hair in a blunt bob is an ageless look.

The ends of your hair can look ragged and are more likely to see splitting and breakage, especially if they've been through years of chemical treatments. Cut off those offending inches — shorter, healthy-looking hair always looks more youthful than long and damaged hair. Adding long, piecey fringe like Diane Keaton is the perfect way to revitalise any existing cut without making a major change.

Shape full hair to frame your face in such a way that it hugs your bone structure, emphasising the curvature of your cheekbones, like Madonna.