Inked Mag Staff
March 10th, 2017
Got Cash? Tattoo Tipping Etiquette
Yes, you have to tip, you cheapo.
Yes, you have to tip, you cheapo
Tipping service industry people is a never ending topic. Some pride themselves on leaving 20% or more; Mainly people who have worked in the industry. Some refuse to tip, thinking servers, hairdressers, and others should make enough on their own. And then you get those people who treat others like servants.
So do you tip your tattoo artist? Yes. Yes. YES!
But what to do? We got you, before you panic when it comes time to pay up.

Source: Instagram @michael_ciasullo
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