Ts Massage San Jose Ca (2024)

FAQs

What is the best tip for massage? ›

We spoke to two etiquette experts, who suggested leaving a 15% to 20% tip, if you're able. Twenty percent is generous for the massage therapist and easy on the brain, which may be feeling more relaxed than ever after a massage. The math is straightforward. To find 20%, start by finding 10%, then double that amount.

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.

Partially, because massages are being provided alongside services like facials and pedicures, where tipping is customary, she explained. “Also, some spas … pay their staff lower-than-average wages, knowing that tips will top up their income,” she said.

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!

Yes, you should tip at least 20% based on the regular cost of the service, even if you're using a coupon or gift certificate, says Sokolosky. So if a massage normally costs $100, tip $20 even if you have a coupon that discounts the massage to $90 or a gift card that covers the full cost.

"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.

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. If you're unsure, it's always a safe bet to stick within this range.

Generally speaking, you should wear something comfortable and stretchy on the legs (tights or joggers) and try not to wear belts, pants, or shorts with next to no stretch or lots of pockets.

You must cover all open skin (cuts, warts, etc) with a bandaid and bring to the therapists attention prior to your massage. Remove all make-up from face before climbing on to the massage table. Replacing stained linens can be very costly. Remove all jewelry prior to your massage.

Is $10 a good tip for massage? ›

In that type of setting it is very common to tip about 20% of the service. And in the more high end spa's your tip is already added into the bill. But to be very clear you should pay what you feel comfortable paying for a tip.

Due to these "favorable" conditions, as well as a lack of strict (or any) zoning rules in some areas, a massage parlor can be used by criminals as fronts not only for sex work but other black market activities such as money laundering.

Quickest way to find out if they're legit, ask to see the licenses. They have to be in plain view of the public. Might be the reception area, could also be in the treatment room if the therapist only works in a specific room. If there are no licenses, they are not legit whether they're up to shady stuff or not.

The same goes with massages, with the type of massage being a factor in the dress code. Generally speaking, you should wear something comfortable and stretchy on the legs (tights or joggers) and try not to wear belts, pants, or shorts with next to no stretch or lots of pockets.

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