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FAQs

What is a fair tip for a one hour massage? ›

In general, the 20% rule applies to tipping your massage therapist. So, if you're wondering how much to tip for a $100 massage, you'd want to tip $20. If you're considering how much to tip for a 60-minute massage (that costs $100) – you'd still tip $20. However, generosity is generally very appreciated.

Swedish massage is the most popular and traditional massage modality. This basic, gentle-touch massage helps to relieve stress and sore muscles with long, smooth strokes, kneading, and circular movements.

"Whether you get a massage on a regular basis or view it as an occasional treat, it's important to know that tipping for your massage is considered proper etiquette," says Sharon Schweitzer, international etiquette expert and the founder of Protocol & Etiquette Worldwide.

Many people tip around 15-20% of the massage cost.

For example, if your massage costs $100, you'd tip $15 to $20. This range is a good starting point and is commonly accepted across different settings: at-home or mobile therapists, franchise spas or clinics, or an individual massage therapist.

A nuru massage is a "restricted activity" in California. That is, the state regulates who can receive payment for touch, and under what conditions. Massage therapists must have a license to practice, as do other health professionals who touch their clients (e.g. dentists, nurses, etc.). But, it is totally legal!

If you live an active life, you should plan your massage on your rest days. Getting a decent massage when you're inactive is the ideal option. Unless a trainer recommends getting a sports massage during an active day, the best time to get a massage is on your off days.

How much do you tip for a $100 massage? ›

Calculating Tips for Different Service Costs

For a $100 massage, a $20 tip is both generous and straightforward to figure out. However, feel free to adjust this percentage based on the factors mentioned earlier, such as service quality and the type of massage that you received.

What should I wear to a massage? It is best to wear comfortable, loose-fitted clothing to your treatment. I tend to wear my gym clothing, as it's easy to slip on and off and is super comfortable.

That said, most people will still tip service-industry workers, including massage therapists and hairstylists, a small amount—perhaps $5 to $10—Gottsman says. And some may still opt to tip 20%, especially if there's a tip line at the end of the bill.

A good rule of thumb for tipping in the massage industry is between 15% and 20% of the total service cost, which is the standard practice in the broader service industry. This range is widely accepted as a standard gesture of appreciation for satisfactory to excellent service, and is a perfectly acceptable tip.

The Standard Tip:

The generally accepted tip for a massage therapist is 20% of the total massage cost. This aligns with the standard tipping guidelines for other service workers in the hospitality industry, and lets face it. The therapist is doing a lot of work.

I am a Massage Therapist (specializing in deep tissue massage) and actually work at Massage Envy. I do plenty of 90 minutes customized massages; most clients tip me $20 ( up to $35 per session depending on the muscle detailing I put into the work).