Should you tip hairdressers?

SandC

I will sometimes round my bill up but basically, no I don't tip.

Before the days of min wage, hairdressers used to earn quite pitiful wages - not to mention the juniors. I think that's why it was expected to tip. It was one of those jobs that people liked going into but was far less financially rewarding than even being, say a shop assistant.

Not even sure why I ever leave tips at restaurants these days either to be honest. It's the same principle after all.

rubytuesday

I only get my hair cut twice a year at Trevor Sorbie. It cost £80 now so I give my hairdresser £8 and the girl who washed it £2. Couldn't afford to get it done more often at those prices!!

steviewander

SandC wrote: »

I will sometimes round my bill up but basically, no I don't tip.

Before the days of min wage, hairdressers used to earn quite pitiful wages - not to mention the juniors. I think that's why it was expected to tip. It was one of those jobs that people liked going into but was far less financially rewarding than even being, say a shop assistant.

Not even sure why I ever leave tips at restaurants these days either to be honest. It's the same principle after all.

Hairdressing is still a profession that many people go into because they like the job rather than the financial reward. I am a hairdresser but used to work in IT and education. I find hairdressing more rewarding in virtually every aspect apart from the wage packet. However, I would never expect a client to tip me, and certainly wouldn't hang around waiting for one. Tips are always gratefully received and for less established stylists, they make a big difference to their wage packet. In particular, juniors/assistants who shampoo are on apprenticeship wages which is roughly £95 a week. They work very hard for a little over £2 an hour (unfortunately, without apprenticeships, salons would not be able run and make a profit as they can't afford to pay them the minimum wage). I would hope clients consider giving them a tip if they feel they've received good service from them.