Skincare Specialists
The short answer
This job is less likely to change much. Most of the work is the kind AI can't help with. In New York State, the number of these jobs is expected to grow over the next decade, with about 867 openings expected each year.
Where your job stands
Compared with other New York jobs, this one is in the second least exposed fifth for how much AI could touch it. Most of what it involves isn't the kind of work AI can take over.
How much AI could touch this job
Looking at the job itself, AI could help with a small part of this job's tasks.
What this means
Compared with other New York jobs, this one is in the second least exposed fifth, out of 656 jobs we could rank. Read more in the methodology.
What AI can and can’t help with in this job
This job is in the second least exposed fifth of New York jobs for AI exposure. The tasks below show why: most of what it involves is work AI can't simply take over.
AI can help with or automate about 33% of the tasks in this job.
Tasks AI can help with or automate
Determine which products or colors will improve clients' skin quality and appearance.
AI could help, but needs extra software
Keep records of client needs and preferences and the services provided.
AI could do much of this on its own
Examine clients' skin, using magnifying lamps or visors when necessary, to evaluate skin condition and appearance.
AI could help, but needs extra software
Stay abreast of latest industry trends, products, research, and treatments.
AI could help, but needs extra software
Advise clients about colors and types of makeup and instruct them in makeup application techniques.
AI could help, but needs extra software
Tasks AI can't do much of
Sterilize equipment and clean work areas.
AI is unlikely to speed this up
Cleanse clients' skin with water, creams, or lotions.
AI is unlikely to speed this up
Demonstrate how to clean and care for skin properly and recommend skin-care regimens.
AI is unlikely to speed this up
Treat the facial skin to maintain and improve its appearance, using specialized techniques and products, such as peels and masks.
AI is unlikely to speed this up
Collaborate with plastic surgeons and dermatologists to provide patients with preoperative and postoperative skin care.
AI is unlikely to speed this up
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