Abstract: A lightweight shampooing unit is disclosed comprising a hood having a manifold therein for directing water, shampoo or air into the hood and an outlet for discharging water, shampoo or air, the hood being adapted to be worn on the head around the scalp area, a sealing member being provided on the edge of the hood to prevent leakage of air, water or shampoo from the hood when in use. A water supply, pump and shampoo supply as well as an air blower are operatively connected through valves for delivering water or shampoo or air under pressure to the manifold in the hood, the water or shampoo being supplied under sufficient pressure to provide an agitating action within the hood. The discharge end of the hood is connected into a valve which is operable to either recirculate shampoo or rinse water through the pump and back into the manifold for efficient use of the shampoo and the rinse water or to vent the rinse water and shampoo as well as air from the hood.