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Hairdressers

Overview

Hairdressers cut, style, colour, straighten and permanently wave hair, and treat hair and scalp conditions.

Tasks

This occupation may include associated occupations with varying tasks.

  • providing advice on hair care, beauty products and hairstyles
  • shampooing hair and conditioning scalps
  • colouring, straightening and permanently waving hair with chemical solutions
  • cutting hair with scissors, clippers and razors
  • styling hair into dreadlocks and braids and adding hair extensions
  • shaving and trimming beards and moustaches
  • cleaning work areas and sanitising instruments
  • arranging appointments and collecting payments
  • may clean, colour, cut and style wigs and hairpieces

Job Titles

  • Hairdresser

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