SOC 39-5094
Skincare Specialists
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ46/100
Elevated
US Employment
๐ฅ70,240
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$42K
$27K โ $77K
Projected Growth
๐+6.7%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค53/100
Moderate exposure
๐ก Skincare Specialists face a risk score of 46/100 โ 2 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 $42K. 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 46/100, Skincare Specialists 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 70,240 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in personalized hands-on service requiring tactile skill and emotional support and active listening during sessions to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Skincare Specialists?
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
Automated booking and client management platforms
Virtual try-on technology reducing in-person consultations
AI-powered skincare and beauty recommendation apps
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Personalized hands-on service requiring tactile skill
Emotional support and active listening during sessions
Building trust and rapport with repeat clients
Creative aesthetic judgment for individual clients
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
Sterilize equipment and clean work areas.
Examine clients' skin, using magnifying lamps or visors when necessary, to evaluate skin condition and appearance.
Cleanse clients' skin with water, creams, or lotions.
Demonstrate how to clean and care for skin properly and recommend skin-care regimens.
Select and apply cosmetic products, such as creams, lotions, and tonics.
๐ป Technology Skills
Spreadsheet software
Office suite software
Presentation software
Word processing software
Data base user interface and query software
๐ Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
English Language
Sales and Marketing
Chemistry
Education and Training
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Social Workers, All Other | 22 | $69K | 53% |
| Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapist Assistants and Aides | 23 | $62K | 51% |
| Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors | 23 | $59K | 51% |