Supermodel Elle Macpherson says turning 50 has made her realise health is more important than looking attractive.

The supermodel celebrated her landmark birthday in March.

"I think as a woman, when you get to 50 you have to make a bit more effort. Being well, being fit and being healthy from the inside out is really important. Obviously, great lighting and good make-up team helps,` contactmusic.com quoted her as saying.

"For me, it's really about the way I feel, not so much the way I look anymore. And if I'm feeling good, I'm feeling strong and I'm feeling vibrant then I tend to look better,` she added.