It's a relaxing experience to visit a beautician to get your hair styled, treat yourself to a manicure, or have a facial. But while you're thinking about how refreshed you'll feel when you leave the studio, remember that your beautician is hard at work for a low hourly rate. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, as of 2012, hairdressers and cosmetologists make a median wage of less than $11 per hour. Reward the beautician's efforts by providing a tip to recognize her hard work.
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Regardless of the type of service you receive from your beautician, tipping between 15 percent and 20 percent of the price of the service, as of 2013, is appropriate. This tip range is suitable for a wide range of services, including haircuts and hair styling, manicures and pedicures, facials, waxing and any other general services that your beautician performs. Even if you paid for your treatment by check or card, you should provide your tip in cash.