Hairdressers cut, style, colour, straighten and permanently wave hair, shave or trim facial hair and treat scalp conditions.
Skill level:
Semi-skilled
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- The majority of Hairdressers earn a salary between R3 307 and R11 738 per month in 2024.
- A monthly wage for entry-level Hairdressers ranges from R3 307 to R6 567.
- After gaining 5 years of work experience, their income will be between R4 032 and R8 458 per month.
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Duties and tasks
- Cutting, washing, tinting and waving hair
- Shaving or trimming beards and moustaches
- Giving scalp treatments
- Fitting wigs according to customers’ requirements
- Providing advice on hair care, beauty products and hairstyles
- Styling hair into dreadlocks and braids and adding hair extensions
- Arranging appointments and collecting payments
- Cleaning work areas and sanitizing instruments