Defined as tightly coiled or ringleted hair with excessive frizz, "ugly curly hair" is a term often used to describe unmanageable and aesthetically unappealing hair textures.
Curls have been prevalent in Africa since prehistoric times and have cultural and historical significance in many African American communities. In the 1960s, the "Natural Hair Movement" encouraged the acceptance of natural hair textures, leading to a shift in perceptions toward curly hair.