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If you’re wondering how much you should tip your massage therapist, you’re not alone. It’s a common question with no easy answer. In this blog post, we’ll explore the topic and offer some guidelines to help you make a decision.
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The Standard Tip
The standard tip for a massage therapist is 20 percent of the total bill. For example, if a massage therapist charges $100 for a one-hour massage, a 20 percent tip would be $20.
How Much to Tip for a Great Massage
You’ve just had an amazing massage and you feel great. The therapist was super professional and worked out all of your knots. Now it’s time to leave a tip, but you have no idea how much is appropriate. How much should you tip your massage therapist?
Here are a few general guidelines:
-For a standard massage, a 15-20% tip is standard.
-For a deep tissue massage, a 20-25% tip is standard.
-For a hot stone massage, a 20-25% tip is standard.
-If you had exceptional service, you can always give a larger tip.
Keep in mind that these are just general guidelines. You should always tip based on the quality of service you received.
How Much to Tip for a Not-So-Great Massage
While it’s always nice to receive a great massage, there are times when you may not be completely satisfied with your experience. Perhaps the therapist didn’t focus on the areas you wanted or maybe you just didn’t feel relaxed. Whatever the reason, if you receive a less-than-perfect massage, it’s still appropriate to tip 10-15% of the full price of the service.
Tipping for Extra Services
Even if your therapist provides excellent service, they may not be able to stay in business if they don’t receive tips. If you received extra services such as a scalp massage, stretching, or hot towels, it is appropriate to tip for these services. The industry standard is $5-$10 for each extra service, but you can tip more or less depending on your budget and how much you enjoyed the service.
When in Doubt, Tip on the High Side
If you’re ever in doubt about how much to tip your massage therapist, it’s always best to err on the side of generosity. Most massage therapists rely heavily on tips as a large part of their income, so a little extra can go a long way.
As a general rule, you should always tip at least 20% for your massage. However, if you received an outstanding massage and you feel inclined to give more, don’t hesitate to do so. A good rule of thumb is to simply let your level of satisfaction be your guide.
Keep in mind that in some cases, such as at a spa or resort, the gratuity may already be included in the bill. If this is the case, there is no need to tip additional funds on top of that.
Thanking your therapist verbally for a job well done is always appreciated, even if you don’t feel like shelling out extra cash. At the end of the day, remember that it’s always up to you how much (or how little) you want to tip, so use your best judgement and follow your heart.
