What is the protocol for tipping a hairstylist when they are independent and rent a chair in a salon?

the same as any stylist. the higher the service the more you give . in an average lower priced salon between 3 - 6 on average.What is the protocol for tipping a hairstylist when they are independent and rent a chair in a salon?
15-20 percentWhat is the protocol for tipping a hairstylist when they are independent and rent a chair in a salon?
there is no protocol...you tip them as you would someone that was on commission or someone in a resturant atmosphere....if they deserve the tip first of all.....i'm an independent nail tech and skin care specialist and my clients usually tip me anywhere from 5 to 10 bucks...i have yet to receive anything lower than 5....if you're good you're good....but dont let the fact that they are ';self employed'; sway your decision about tipping or how much to tip....point blank period if they made you look good, feel good, explained what was going on within that service, explained what products you need to use at home and made you feel better than when you came in...then tip them!!!