SOC 39-5093
Shampooers
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ62/100
High Risk
US Employment
๐ฅ8,890
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$31K
$23K โ $36K
Projected Growth
๐+5.5%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค53/100
Moderate exposure
๐ก Shampooers face a risk score of 62/100 โ 18 points above the national average of 44. With 53/100 GenAI exposure, this occupation faces significant pressure from AI tools despite strong projected growth. See our methodology โ
๐ก Workers in this field earn $31K. The 3 recommended career transitions all maintain competitive wages while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths โ
๐ AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of 62/100, Shampooers faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like ai fitness coaching apps displacing personal trainers are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 8,890 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in emotional support and active listening during sessions and creative aesthetic judgment for individual clients to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Shampooers?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths โ
โ ๏ธ Top Risk Factors
AI fitness coaching apps displacing personal trainers
AI-powered skincare and beauty recommendation apps
Automated booking and client management platforms
Virtual try-on technology reducing in-person consultations
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Emotional support and active listening during sessions
Creative aesthetic judgment for individual clients
Adapting techniques to individual body types and preferences
๐ Task Automation Breakdown
Based on O*NET task analysis and GenAI exposure scoring. Shows the estimated proportion of this occupation's core tasks that are automatable by current AI, augmented by AI tools, or require essential human skills.
๐ O*NET Task Profile
Massage, shampoo, and condition patron's hair and scalp to clean them and remove excess oil.
Advise patrons with chronic or potentially contagious scalp conditions to seek medical treatment.
Treat scalp conditions and hair loss, using specialized lotions, shampoos, or equipment such as infrared lamps or vibrating equipment.
Maintain treatment records.
๐ป Technology Skills
Calendar and scheduling software
Electronic mail software
Web page creation and editing software
Inventory management software
Internet browser software
๐ Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
English Language
Sales and Marketing
Public Safety and Security
Chemistry
๐ vs National Average
National avg: $46K
National avg: 44/100
National avg: 38/100
National avg: 3.7%
๐ Career Transition Paths
| Occupation | Risk | Wage | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tour and Travel Guides | 27 | $37K | 70% |
| Concierges | 29 | $37K | 81% |
| Social Workers, All Other | 22 | $69K | 65% |