How Much Should You Tip? Much like at restaurants and hair salons, the industry standard for tipping at the nail salon ranges around 15 to 20 percent, and it is generally recommended that if you've received extra services or specialty designs, a minimum of 20 percent is appreciated.

Shabana Karim is the founder and owner of successful UAE chain The Nail Spa.

Dubbed 'the most luxurious nail salon in the world', The Townhouse features private mani-and-pedi booths, ultra high-end interiors, and an eye-catching marble manicure bar—and that's just the aesthetics.

A spa mani or pedi usually include more therapeutic aspects which vary depending on the spa. These things might include: -Foot or hand soak in a bath (whirlpool or not) with moisturizing salts. -Extended hand, leg, feet or arm massages. -Scrub exfoliation.