The proper way to say thank you for your new ‘do.
Agood hair stylist is essential.
We’re here to set the record straight once and for all.
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How Much Should You Tip Your Hairdresser?
you might always tip more for excellent service, but 20% should be the starting point.
Kendall McElveenis a master colorist and owner ofKendall + Kendall Hair Color Studioin Winter Park, Florida.
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What If More Than One Person Provided Service?
It’s not uncommon for multiple people to be involved in your service at the hair salon.
Many salons will also have assistants or stylists-in-training working alongside their more senior stylists.
So how do you tip?
“ensure to tip both stylists if you’re in for more than one service,” advises McElveen.
This means tipping at least 20% of each stylist’s regular service fee.
As for the assistants, $5 is often suitable as a tip.
But if the assistant was heavily involved in your servicesperhaps they did the washandblow-dryconsider tipping more.
You may have heard that you don’t have to tip your stylist if they own the salon.
The consensus is to tip the standard 20% of the original, non-discounted price.
Not sure what the original price was?
Just ask the front desk at check out.
Cash Or Card?
When it comes to tipping at the hair salon, cash is the most appreciated.
Though far from routine in most salons, you could ask your stylist if that’s an option.
What If You’re Dissatisfied With Your Service?
But what do you do if you have a less-than-stellar salon experience?
Whatever you do,don’t keep your dissatisfaction to yourself.
“Adjustments should be made the same day!
Your stylist should always be communicating with you and aware of your satisfaction.”
The bottom line: Be honest and engage in open dialogue.
