The issue of whether gratuity should be calculated before or after tax comes up frequently. The response? Depending on the facility. Gratuity may be computed either before or after tax in some restaurants and other service-related businesses. To minimize confusion, it is always preferable to check with the institution or ask your waitress.
However, gratuity is typically determined after tax. This indicates that the gratuity amount is calculated using the total amount of your bill, including tax. For instance, the total cost would be $110 if your bill was $100 and the tax was $10. A 20% tip would be calculated as 20% of $110, or $22, in this case.
The standard recommendation is to tip between 15% and 20% of the total bill for haircuts and other salon services. For instance, you should tip between $7.50 and $10 if your haircut costs $50. Feel free to leave a larger tip if you experience exceptional service.
The standard tipping range is higher in spas and for facials. 20–25% of the total bill is the customary amount to tip. So you should tip between $30 and $37.50 for a $150 facial. Again, feel free to leave a larger tip if you experience great service.
What about locations like Supercuts, though? Do you have to tip there? Yes, it is the answer. Supercuts may be a less expensive alternative for haircuts, but the stylists’ primary source of income remains gratuities. Here too, the same 15-20% rule is applicable.
In conclusion, the calculation of gratuities differs based on the establishment, however it is often done after tax. The standard recommendation for tips at salons and spas is 15–25% of the total cost of the service, depending on the caliber of the service. At establishments like Supercuts, don’t forget to tip as well; it’s always appreciated!