A Jheri curl is a hairstyle that was popular among Black folks during the late 1970s (hitting its peak in the '80s and early '90s), featuring loose curls that are extremely shiny.

The Jheri curl was the ‘it’ hairstyle to have from the 1970s until the early ‘90s. Now, the look is back and better than ever — here’s how to get it.

The Jheri Curl Turns 40: A Look at the Most Iconic, Insulted and Revered Hair Craze Ever The last time I saw someone wear a Jheri curl with a straight face was in the summer of 2015.