JOB DESCRIPTION: A barber, barber instructor, or an apprentice barber cuts, shampoos, or styles hair according to customer instructions. Barbers may also provide hair and scalp treatments, shaves, and facial massages. Barbers are responsible for maintaining their hair styling equipment and work area, and often for selling cosmetic products. Most barbers work in barbershops and beauty salons, but some find employment in department stores, hotels, and hospitals.