When it comes to beauty treatments, we often put ourselves in the hands of an expert and trust their experience and know-how to make us look the way we imagine and hope for. For many, spas and beauty salons are sanctuaries in which to find solace and relaxation amid otherwise chaotic schedules and lifestyles. So when it comes to showing our appreciation for the work we receive, what’s the appropriate response?
Tipping your stylist is one of the most appreciated ways of displaying gratitude for the service you’ve received because most beauty professionals makes wages mostly off their gratuities. So don’t overlook the team of experts who gets you looking the way you do. Next time you’re at the salon, keep this list handy and make your satisfaction known.
How to Tip Your Beauty Expert
Hair Stylist – Tip between 15 to 20%, depending on your experience. If your stylist is also your colorist, start at 20%.
Colorist – Aim for 15 to 20% of the service price. Don’t forget to tip their aid at least $3 – $5 for any basic assistant work.
Shampoo Assistant – Spare between $3 – $5, depending on your experience. Be sure to tip them separately, as most stylists don’t split tips with shampoo assistants.
Manicurist – For a simple manicure, aim for $3 – $5. If it’s a more complicated design or if it’s a spa manicure (or pedicure), aim for 15 to 20% of the service price.
Makeup Artist – As with hair stylists, aim for 15 to 20% of the service price and be sure to tip any assistant they may have had.
Facial Esthetician – Spa services usually expect a 15 to 20% tip, with 20% quickly becoming the norm.
Wax Esthetician – As with the facial or spa esthetician, a 15 to 20% tip is common, based on your experience.
Any other personal spa or beauty services should be tipped at 15 to 20 percent of the service price.
