So, I’ve been thinking a lot about facials lately, and I finally decided to give it a go. You know, get that glow everyone talks about. I gotta say, it was a bit of a journey, figuring out the whole tipping situation added another layer to it. Here’s how it all went down.
First off, I started asking around. I talked to friends who are into this stuff, scrolled through some beauty blogs, and even checked out a few online forums. The general vibe was that tipping is pretty standard for facials, just like when you go to a restaurant. Most folks were saying 15-20% is the norm.
Armed with this info, I booked an appointment at a local spa that had some pretty good reviews. The facial itself? Amazing! My skin felt so refreshed and clean afterward. The esthetician was super knowledgeable and gave me some tips on how to take better care of my skin at home, like how to apply sunscreen and which areas to focus on, but to also not forget to apply on my lips too. I made sure to follow her instructions for each step.
- Exfoliating regularly
- Moisturizing daily
- Wearing sunscreen
- Getting enough sleep
But then came the time to pay, and I started getting a little nervous about the tip. I mean, what if I tipped too little? Or too much? Awkward, right? I ended up going with 20% because the service was top-notch, and I felt like she deserved it. When it came to receiving excellent service from a facialist or esthetician. I paid her, she was so kind.
After leaving the spa, I did a bit more digging online. Turns out, tipping at medical spas is a different story. No tips expected there. Good to know!
My takeaways from this whole experience?
Firstly, if you’re getting a facial at a regular spa or salon, plan on tipping. Think of it like tipping your server at a restaurant. Secondly, 15-20% seems to be the sweet spot. I stick with this rule now. And lastly, don’t stress too much about it. Just go with what feels right based on the service you received. After all, you should tip an esthetician or facialist 15-20% of the total service cost.
So yeah, that’s my facial tipping story. Hope it helps someone out there navigate the sometimes confusing world of spa etiquette!
