2007-03-16 11:55:05 · 10 answers · asked by i.c. 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
you can - if they work in a salon or spa setting it would be good - often they get very little of what you pay...and cruise ships as well - all notorious for low pay despite the charge...
if it is a private practice use your judgement - was it worth more to you and can you afford to give more?
do not feel obligated...especially if it wasn't very good...
2007-03-16 12:00:52 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I never have. Where I live the charge is between $70-100 an hour. I feel that is enough. I realize that if the person does not own his or her own business, he or she does not get the entire amount. The massage therapists are professionals and I have never tipped.
After reading the answers here though, I guess I should start. However, where I go, the lady owns her own business.
2007-03-16 19:34:12 · answer #2 · answered by Patti C 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
For a relaxation massage, yes... but not for a therapeutic massage. Those sometimes HURT! But a massage therapist is a medical professional and should be treated as such.
2007-03-16 19:48:18 · answer #3 · answered by endorable 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it is appropriate to tip for a massage, just as you would at the hair salon.
2007-03-16 21:27:44 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends if the therapist works for a spa or a salon, then yes, unless a 'service charge' was already added. If the therapist works in a professional office, or independently, then no.
2007-03-16 20:06:06 · answer #5 · answered by mstrywmn 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, I have always tipped the masseuse. Typically 15%.
2007-03-16 19:36:34 · answer #6 · answered by Debbie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The masseus I was seeing (male) was paid much more than a mere, lowly woman. No I do not tip.
2007-03-16 19:43:12 · answer #7 · answered by Pacifica 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Yes, and I'd say 20% at least.
2007-03-16 19:15:21 · answer #8 · answered by Answer Girl 2007 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ummm...i guess if u want to...maybe if u do it ...the person will think that u really enjoyed their service and feel motivated...
2007-03-16 23:03:50 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
no not usally to the person but somtimes @ the front desk afterwards
2007-03-16 18:58:24 · answer #10 · answered by cupcake 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋