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Tipping can always be a challenge, especially when it’s for a personal service like getting your hair done. Whether you’re getting a quick bang trim, a comprehensive haircut, a fancy updo, or even a new color, you should plan on tipping. The question is, how much?
A lot of it comes down to how skillful they are, how much time they have invested in making you look good, and how they have been attentive to your needs.
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The Standard Tipping Rates
On average, you should plan on tipping at a rate between 15 and 20%. This is similar to what you would tip in a restaurant.
Are there reasons to go higher or lower? Of course.
You may want to aim at the lower end if it was a quick trim and they didn’t go above and beyond.
You may want to go higher if they have a specialized skill or they went out of their way to give you something unique – such as a custom color or a fix to a bad haircut that you got somewhere else.
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A Few Things to Consider
Depending on the type of salon or barber shop you go to, there are a few things to pay attention to:
- High-end establishments may build the tip into the final price they give you.
- Some places may have assistants who wash your hair, give you a hand massage, or do something else. Plan on handing them a small amount of cash, such as $3-$5.
If you’re not sure about the proper tipping etiquette where you’re at, ask the receptionist or stylist.