The holiday season has arrived, and with it comes a number of social etiquette conventions - from attire to gift giving, to tipping. As with most forms of etiquette, it can become increasingly tricky to decide exactly what you should do, and what you should avoid.
When it comes to tipping, the stakes are even higher. After all, you want to be sure you’re expressing your gratitude in the correct manner that conveys your appreciation - but not too much so as to elicit unnecessary attention.
For those feeling overwhelmed by the task of navigating holiday tipping etiquette, this article discusses the do's and don'ts of tipping this festive season! We'll provide the necessary information and advice to give you the confidence to show your appreciation correctly while avoiding any potential social faux pas. So, if you’re looking for the latest tips and tricks on how to navigate the etiquette of holiday tipping, you’ve come to the right place!
When tipping your personal hair care provider, it’s generally best to start with the standard 20% and go up from there. Depending on the level of service that you receive, you may want to bump that up an extra 5-10%, with perhaps a special box of chocolates and/or a personal holiday card. However, if you visit the same barber or hairstylist every week, you may want to consider giving a larger tip for all that great service they’ve provided for you throughout the year.
When tipping your massage therapist, the protocol is slightly different. It’s best to give a 15-20% tip of the total bill. However, if you’re a regular client, an annual holiday gift such as a bottle of wine or a gift card is a great way to express your appreciation.
When tipping a tattoo artist, you’ll want to start with a 15-20% tip of the full service bill. However, for more complex tattoo projects (such as a sleeve or full-chest/back tattoos), you may want to consider giving a larger tip. A great way to show appreciation for artwork is to bring snacks and drinks as a special treat for the artist− they’ll be sure to appreciate the gesture!
It’s customary to tip your waxer a 15-20% of the entire price for a waxing service. However, you can always bump it up a few extra dollars as a nice gesture.
When it comes to paying your gym trainer, you should match the amount of your trainer’s session fee, or pay up to 20-30% more than the session fee.
When tipping your fitness instructor, it’s generally best to pay 20-30% on top of the service fee. Additionally, if you want to show extra appreciation, you can always purchase a special gift for them such as a personal training set for the holidays.
When tipping your dog walker, it’s customary to tip 10-15% of the total service fee. If you really appreciate the service that your dog walker provides, you can bump that up a bit extra. An end-of-year bonus in the form of a giftcard is a great way to show acknowledgement for the service they provided to you and your pup throughout the year.
Overall, the amount you decide to tip your hair care/massage therapist, tattoo artist, waxer, gym trainer, fitness instructor or dog walker highly depends on the service they provide and the relationship you have with them. If you feel that the service is satisfactory, then the standard tip percentages ranging from 10-20% is generally accepted. However, if you really want to show how much you appreciate the services they provided, you can always bump it up a bit extra with a special gift or end-of-year bonus. Additionally, if you're a regular client, it's nice to show appreciation by providing something more personal such as a holiday card or thank you note.
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