Would you tip if....

[seven dwarfs]

When I do clients hair at home vs the salon, I tell them they don't have to tip me. Because I keep all the money. I don't have to split it with the salon. Some of my clients still tip me. But I also charge less at home than the salon charges. So when someone comes to my house and tips me too, it is still less expensive for them than going to the salon.

Not sure if that helps or not. Just what I do.

But do you pay taxes on the money you make at home or is it cash money you keep. This makes a huge difference.

 

[nexttripdisney]

When the owner does my hair in the salon, I still tip as I would with one of the stylists.

When I have it done in a hairdresser's home (I used to)--I assumed her operating costs were built into the price she charges.

I, as well, have always heard that you do not tip the owner. (I do though).

 

[PatsMom]

My hairdresser is the salon owner - her business is in the downstairs of her house. I tip her 20% because I like the way she does my hair. And she is very accommodating about doing my hair at a time convenient to me - her opinion is that she can be downstairs making money or upstairs doing nothing. So she is usually willing to do an evening appointment.

 

[ChisJo]

My hairdresser is the salon owner - her business is in the downstairs of her house. I tip her 20% because I like the way she does my hair. And she is very accommodating about doing my hair at a time convenient to me - her opinion is that she can be downstairs making money or upstairs doing nothing. So she is usually willing to do an evening appointment.

Thats the difference between your stylist and mine. She has set hours, 2 days a week, during business hours. I'm lucky that I have a job that allows me to be able to work it into her hours, but there have been times where I've had to go elsewhere because she just could no accommodate me. However, because I like her and how she cuts my hair, I continue trying to see her.

I have read some interesting thoughts on here. I will continue to tip her, but it was interesting to read what others had to say. I usually tip 20% for the services I receive. I have to be fair in saying that although she continues to charge the same rate for her cuts as she did in the salon, she has never increased her rate in over 2 years, which I'm sure a salon would have.

 

[Tweevil]

I never thought of it that way. I tip based on service level provided. If I like what you have done it is a gratuity for work well done - so I would probably continue to do so! Too much thinking the other way~lol.

I would.

 

[seven dwarfs]

Maybe I can help a little. I am a hairdresser. I used to work in a high end salon in town. Then I opened my own salon and had employees. My next move was a home salon. I made the most money when I worked at a salon. I make the least money being in my home. The expenses are unreal and most have no clue about all the costs here and there that add up. I used to think I would make so much more being on my own. Even I didn't know how much was involved! The taxes alone are a killer. It also is more work. You have to clean the salon/bathroom/backroom, order supplies, make appointments, reschedule appointments, call the client when she forgets her appointment and I could go on and on.

I choose to continue to work from home because it is a peace of mind and not worth the extra money I can make outside of the home. Although I will say, sometimes it crosses my mind!

I really appreciate all my clients who give me a tip. I would say it is 50/50.

I remember when I worked in the big salon a lot of people would say the proper etiquette was to not tip the owner. I think the main reason was in traditional salons, the owner made 40%-50% off each worker. Depending on how many employees you have this can equal big bucks. My old boss makes a lot of money. She even quit doing hair as it was no longer necessary. I always thought if the salon was owned by one operator solely that made a difference.

At the end of the day if 'whomever' owns said salon does not make enough to cover their expenses between the amount charged and tips, the prices will have to go up.

I hope I have helped and not confused you more. I will add, if I had my hair cut at a home salon I would tip the stylist. Now someone who is doing the job cash on the side and not claiming taxes, that's another story.

 

[ChisJo]

Maybe I can help a little. I am a hairdresser. I used to work in a high end salon in town. Then I opened my own salon and had employees. My next move was a home salon. I made the most money when I worked at a salon. I make the least money being in my home. The expenses are unreal and most have no clue about all the costs here and there that add up. I used to think I would make so much more being on my own. Even I didn't know how much was involved! The taxes alone are a killer. It also is more work. You have to clean the salon/bathroom/backroom, order supplies, make appointments, reschedule appointments, call the client when she forgets her appointment and I could go on and on.

I choose to continue to work from home because it is a peace of mind and not worth the extra money I can make outside of the home. Although I will say, sometimes it crosses my mind!

I really appreciate all my clients who give me a tip. I would say it is 50/50.

I remember when I worked in the big salon a lot of people would say the proper etiquette was to not tip the owner. I think the main reason was in traditional salons, the owner made 40%-50% off each worker. Depending on how many employees you have this can equal big bucks. My old boss makes a lot of money. She even quit doing hair as it was no longer necessary. I always thought if the salon was owned by one operator solely that made a difference.

At the end of the day if 'whomever' owns said salon does not make enough to cover their expenses between the amount charged and tips, the prices will have to go up.

I hope I have helped and not confused you more. I will add, if I had my hair cut at a home salon I would tip the stylist. Now someone who is doing the job cash on the side and not claiming taxes, that's another story.

Very insightful...thank you!

 

[cm8]

Maybe I can help a little. I am a hairdresser. I used to work in a high end salon in town. Then I opened my own salon and had employees. My next move was a home salon. I made the most money when I worked at a salon. I make the least money being in my home. The expenses are unreal and most have no clue about all the costs here and there that add up. I used to think I would make so much more being on my own. Even I didn't know how much was involved! The taxes alone are a killer. It also is more work. You have to clean the salon/bathroom/backroom, order supplies, make appointments, reschedule appointments, call the client when she forgets her appointment and I could go on and on.

I choose to continue to work from home because it is a peace of mind and not worth the extra money I can make outside of the home. Although I will say, sometimes it crosses my mind!

I really appreciate all my clients who give me a tip. I would say it is 50/50.

I remember when I worked in the big salon a lot of people would say the proper etiquette was to not tip the owner. I think the main reason was in traditional salons, the owner made 40%-50% off each worker. Depending on how many employees you have this can equal big bucks. My old boss makes a lot of money. She even quit doing hair as it was no longer necessary. I always thought if the salon was owned by one operator solely that made a difference.

At the end of the day if 'whomever' owns said salon does not make enough to cover their expenses between the amount charged and tips, the prices will have to go up.

I hope I have helped and not confused you more. I will add, if I had my hair cut at a home salon I would tip the stylist. Now someone who is doing the job cash on the side and not claiming taxes, that's another story.[/QUOTE]

I agree

 

[MinnieForMe]

I was always taught that you don't tip the owner. However, if her prices are less than you use to pay, I would tip her!

 

[swilshire]

My hairdresser a couple of years ago left the salon she was working at because child care was just too much. She ended up making a business in her house and converting a room in her basement into a salon (it actually looks like a mini salon, complete with a separate entrance). She charges a flat fee for her haircuts. I'm assuming that the rate she charges covers the cost of expenses and business licensure, and then some. I am at a loss as wether or not I should tip her. Yes, she is still providing me a service, however, since she isn't paying a rental fee for her chair (as most hairdressers have to), and she isn't dependant on her tips to cover the cost of her business (that would be covered in the cost of the hair cut itself), I don't know if I should leave extra for her.

Thoughts?

I tip our hairdresser generously even though she is one of the shop owners. She tries hard to please and will make adjustments if necessary until you're satisfied. The few dollars we tip her is a small price to pay for the good service we receive.

Sheila

 

[Vijoge]

Now someone who is doing the job cash on the side and not claiming taxes, that's another story.

I have no idea what my stylist claims on her taxes. She hasn't shared that information with me. Of course, I didn't ask. . .

 

[walkdmc]

I would tip. I always tip my hair dressers, regardless of their set up. My thought is, you're rewarding them for a job well done....who cares how they spend the money? I never understood the procedure of NOT tipping a salon owner or someone who works out of their house. As long as their prices are on par with what I'd pay in a regular salon, I'd tip.

I don't try to figure out my stylist's overhead, taxes or other financial information. I think a stylist's tip is payment for a job well done. Maybe it's a regional thing?

 

[seven dwarfs]

I have no idea what my stylist claims on her taxes. She hasn't shared that information with me. Of course, I didn't ask. . .

If she has a licence for the salon which has to be posted then she is probably paying taxes. Not really something you need to ask.

 

[TSM1993]

I think a stylist basically gets paid 50% of the cost of the service performed. So, if a haircut is $20 - $10 goes to the stylist and $10 to the salon. If you are still paying $20, she's getting it all. However, she does have the operating expenses of the shop + the materials, etc. But, I'd assume that would all be figured out in teh cost for the haircut, no?

Bottom line... I don't know [/QUOTE]

I am in the business I can tell you not all stylist get paid this way it depends on the salon you work at. Some are making the minimum wage or a sliding fee scale and both rentals here in the state of PA is illegal. Salon owners may get a salary but for what they have to do it isnt much in my book(they should make more) but they also have black out dates they cant take off for which we all know when we get in the business( Easter Prom Christmas New Years).

There are strict rules to adhere to if owning your own salon so the cost of running one is higher than just renting a chair.

So in my opinion I would tip the owner, the manager,and the stylist unless they did a horrible job on your hair.