hair
Human hair, its composition and interaction with various chemicals, environment factors and health issues.
hair — human hair, its composition and interaction with various chemicals, environment factors and health issues. McKinsey's Skill Change Index places it in the enduring band (SCI 39.16/100) — a human-connection anchor whose value is projected to hold or grow through 2030. ESCO classifies it as a sector-specific (rooted in one industry) skill within knowledge. It is currently listed by 6 occupations in our catalogue, including Shampooers, Barbers, hairdressing vocational teacher, and hair removal technician.
Occupations that require hair
Showing top 6 of 6 occupations · ranked by India employment volume, then AI-durability.
Frequently asked questions
What is hair?
Human hair, its composition and interaction with various chemicals, environment factors and health issues.
What category of skill is hair?
ESCO classifies hair under the knowledge category, specifically in the hair and beauty services subcategory.
Is hair an AI-durable skill?
McKinsey's Skill Change Index places it in the enduring band (SCI 39.16/100) — a human-connection anchor whose value is projected to hold or grow through 2030. This is a durable skill to invest in — high human-connection skills consistently resist automation.
Which jobs require hair?
In our catalogue, 6 occupations list hair as a required or important skill. The top occupations by employment volume include Shampooers, Barbers, hairdressing vocational teacher, hair removal technician, hairdresser, performance hairdresser.
How transferable is hair between industries?
ESCO tags hair as a sector-specific (rooted in one industry) skill — a signal of how portable it is when you change field.
Is hair the same as curls?
Yes — hair is also known as curls, or locks. They refer to the same underlying capability in the ESCO taxonomy.
How can I learn hair?
The most reliable path is to pick a job or project that demands hair and learn through delivery. Complement that with role-specific roadmaps and short courses. Explore the occupations below to see where this skill is used in practice.