How Much to Tip Hairdresser
Tip your hairdresser 15-25%. Tip your hairdresser or stylist 15-25% of the total service cost. Tip on the pre-discount price if you used a coupon. Give the tip directly to your stylist, not at the front desk.
Recommended Tip
15–25%
of the service total
Hairdresser Tip Amounts by Bill Size
| Bill | 15% Tip | 20% Tip | 25% Tip |
|---|---|---|---|
| $30.00 | $4.50 | $6.00 | $7.50 |
| $50.00 | $7.50 | $10.00 | $12.50 |
| $75.00 | $11.25 | $15.00 | $18.75 |
| $100.00 | $15.00 | $20.00 | $25.00 |
| $150.00 | $22.50 | $30.00 | $37.50 |
| $200.00 | $30.00 | $40.00 | $50.00 |
Hairdresser Tipping Etiquette
- +Tip 20% for a standard cut and style
- +Tip 25% for color, highlights, or complex work
- +Tip the shampoo person $3-5 separately
- +If the salon owner does your hair, tipping is optional but appreciated
- +Cash tips are preferred in most salons
Frequently Asked Questions
How much should you tip a hairdresser?
Tip your hairdresser 15-25% of the service total. For a standard haircut, 20% is the norm. For color, highlights, or special treatments, tip 20-25%. On a $50 haircut, that's $10-$12.50.
Should you tip the salon owner?
Traditionally, you don't tip the salon owner since they set the prices. However, this norm has shifted — most salon owners now accept and appreciate tips of 15-20%.
Do you tip on hair color?
Yes, tip 20-25% on color services. Color work requires more skill, time, and product. On a $150 color service, tip $30-$37.50.
Need to Split a Tip?
Use our free tip calculator to split any bill with tax and tip between any number of people.
Open Tip Calculator