How a hairdresser / hairstylist / cosmetologist can use AI, task by task

I work as a hairdresser / hairstylist / cosmetologist. Part of my job is to keep work stations clean and sanitize tools, such as scissors and combs.

Context: The work draws on sales and marketing, customer and personal service and administration and management.
Area: [lab, classroom, facility]
Hazards: [chemicals, materials]

Make a safe cleaning routine. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

I work as a hairdresser / hairstylist / cosmetologist. Part of my job is to shampoo, rinse, condition, and dry hair and scalp or hairpieces with water, liquid soap, or other solutions.

Context: The work draws on sales and marketing, customer and personal service and administration and management.
Service: [shampoo, cleansing]
Client factors: [hair or skin type, sensitivities]

List products, technique and comfort checks. Keep it free of any patient details, add plain-language wording I can use with people, and list the warning signs that mean I should escalate.

I work as a hairdresser / hairstylist / cosmetologist. Part of my job is to analyze patrons' hair and other physical features to determine and recommend beauty treatment or suggest hair styles.

Context: The work draws on sales and marketing, customer and personal service and administration and management.
Setting: [salon, surgical, clinic]
What I assess: [skin integrity, hair type, scalp]

List what to look for, contraindications, and how to explain findings to clients. Argue the strongest case against my current view and list what extra information would change the decision. I make the final call.

I work as a hairdresser / hairstylist / cosmetologist. Part of my job is to bleach, dye, or tint hair, using applicator or brush.

Context: The work draws on sales and marketing, customer and personal service and administration and management.
Service: [colour, perm, relaxer, bleach]
Hair condition: [history, porosity]

List consultation questions, strand and patch tests, timing and aftercare. Keep it free of any patient details, add plain-language wording I can use with people, and list the warning signs that mean I should escalate.

I work as a hairdresser / hairstylist / cosmetologist. Part of my job is to cut, trim and shape hair or hairpieces, based on customers' instructions, hair type, and facial features, using clippers, scissors, trimmers and razors.

Context: The work draws on sales and marketing, customer and personal service and administration and management.
Piece: [wig, hairpiece]
Style: [client request]

List cutting, setting and finishing steps. Keep it free of any patient details, add plain-language wording I can use with people, and list the warning signs that mean I should escalate.

I work as a hairdresser / hairstylist / cosmetologist. Part of my job is to apply water or setting, straightening or waving solutions to hair, and use curlers, rollers, hot combs and curling irons to press and curl hair.

Context: The work draws on sales and marketing, customer and personal service and administration and management.
Service: [colour, perm, relaxer, bleach]
Hair condition: [history, porosity]

List consultation questions, strand and patch tests, timing and aftercare. Keep it free of any patient details, add plain-language wording I can use with people, and list the warning signs that mean I should escalate.

I work as a hairdresser / hairstylist / cosmetologist. Part of my job is to comb, brush, and spray hair or wigs to set style.

Context: The work draws on sales and marketing, customer and personal service and administration and management.
Piece: [wig, hairpiece]
Style: [client request]

List cutting, setting and finishing steps. Keep it free of any patient details, add plain-language wording I can use with people, and list the warning signs that mean I should escalate.

I work as a hairdresser / hairstylist / cosmetologist. Part of my job is to massage and treat scalp for hygienic and remedial purposes, using hands, fingers, or vibrating equipment.

Context: The work draws on sales and marketing, customer and personal service and administration and management.
Service: [scalp, face, neck]
Client factors: [sensitivities]

List technique steps and contraindications. Keep it free of any patient details, add plain-language wording I can use with people, and list the warning signs that mean I should escalate.

I work as a hairdresser / hairstylist / cosmetologist. Part of my job is to operate cash registers to receive payments from patrons.

Context: The work draws on sales and marketing, customer and personal service and administration and management.
Register: [describe]
Rules: [cash handling]

List opening, transaction and closing steps. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

I work as a hairdresser / hairstylist / cosmetologist. Part of my job is to shave, trim, and shape beards and moustaches.

Context: The work draws on sales and marketing, customer and personal service and administration and management.
Client request: [style, length]
Hair type: [texture, growth]

Prepare consultation questions and a cut plan. Keep it free of any patient details, add plain-language wording I can use with people, and list the warning signs that mean I should escalate.

I work as a hairdresser / hairstylist / cosmetologist. Part of my job is to shape eyebrows and remove facial hair, using depilatory cream, tweezers, electrolysis or wax.

Context: The work draws on sales and marketing, customer and personal service and administration and management.
Client request: [style, length]
Hair type: [texture, growth]

Prepare consultation questions and a cut plan. Keep it free of any patient details, add plain-language wording I can use with people, and list the warning signs that mean I should escalate.

I work as a hairdresser / hairstylist / cosmetologist. Part of my job is to train or supervise other hairstylists, hairdressers, and assistants.

Context: The work draws on sales and marketing, customer and personal service and administration and management.
Team: [floor staff, service workers]
Issue or goal: [describe]

Help me prepare: the key message in 2 sentences, what good looks like, how people might react and how I'll respond, and one thing I'll check next week.

I work as a hairdresser / hairstylist / cosmetologist. Part of my job is to recommend and explain the use of cosmetics, lotions, and creams to soften and lubricate skin and enhance and restore natural appearance.

Context: The work draws on sales and marketing, customer and personal service and administration and management.
Concern: [hair, skin]
Client: [general]

Help me prepare: the 3 points that matter most for them, plain-language wording, the questions they're likely to ask, and what I should not advise on without more information. Then play them so I can practice.

I work as a hairdresser / hairstylist / cosmetologist. Part of my job is to administer therapeutic medication and advise patron to seek medical treatment for chronic or contagious scalp conditions.

Context: The work draws on sales and marketing, customer and personal service and administration and management.
Treatment: [type]
Setting: [describe]

List prep, safety checks and documentation. Keep it free of any patient details, add plain-language wording I can use with people, and list the warning signs that mean I should escalate.

I work as a hairdresser / hairstylist / cosmetologist. Part of my job is to attach wigs or hairpieces to model heads and dress wigs and hairpieces according to instructions, samples, sketches or photographs.

Context: The work draws on sales and marketing, customer and personal service and administration and management.
Piece: [wig, hairpiece]
Style: [client request]

List cutting, setting and finishing steps. Keep it free of any patient details, add plain-language wording I can use with people, and list the warning signs that mean I should escalate.