Texas Manicurist Written State Board Test Study Guide (NEW Updated Version 2025/2026) Comprehensive Practice Questions with Correct Answers and Detailed Explanations for Texas Licensing Candidates

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What is the correct way to maintain monomer liquid and polymer powder nail
enhancements? - CORRECT ANSWER File the nail and apply a new layer of
product



QUESTION :According to TDLR, a licensed cosmetologist or manicurist is prohibited
from removing calluses using which of the following? - CORRECT ANSWER A
credo blade



QUESTION :According to TDLR, how can ultraviolet electrical sanitizers be used? -
CORRECT ANSWER As a dry storage container for clean implements



QUESTION :According to TDLR, what agency bans or deems products as poisonous or
unsafe? - CORRECT ANSWER FDA



QUESTION :Before applying nail polish, what should be used to eliminate all traces of oil
and lotion? - CORRECT ANSWER Polish Remover



QUESTION :What step should be completed immediately before applying monomer
liquid and polymer powder enhancements? - CORRECT ANSWER Apply Primer



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QUESTION :According to TDLR, when must multi-use equipment be cleaned and
disinfected? - CORRECT ANSWER Prior to each client



QUESTION :A nail is composed primarily of - CORRECT ANSWER Keratin



QUESTION :What should a licensee do when an asymmetrical mole, containing many
colors is visible on a client's arm? - CORRECT ANSWER Refer the client to a
physician



QUESTION :What is the purpose of a nail tip position stop? - CORRECT ANSWER
To guide where to place the nail tip



QUESTION :How long should gel products be cured in a UV lamp? - CORRECT
ANSWER Per manufacturer's direction



QUESTION :A licensee may NOT perform manicuring services for clients with -
CORRECT ANSWER Nail fungus



QUESTION :What should a licensee use to clean a wound during a blood exposure
incident? - CORRECT ANSWER Antiseptic



QUESTION :What should be worn when mixing disinfectants? - CORRECT ANSWER
Safety glasses and gloves




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QUESTION :According to TDLR, when does a license expire after being issued? -
CORRECT ANSWER On the second anniversary of the issue date



QUESTION :Which of following should be applied to treat minor cuts? - CORRECT
ANSWER Antiseptic



QUESTION :According to TDLR, what should be attached to the front of the individual
license? - CORRECT ANSWER Current photograph



QUESTION :In nail enhancement maintenance, where should the first bead of monomer
and polymer be placed? - CORRECT ANSWER Free edge



QUESTION :What should be done with toe separators after completing the pedicure
service? - CORRECT ANSWER Discard



QUESTION :What could be the result of prolonged or repeated skin contact with gel
products? - CORRECT ANSWER Skin iritation



QUESTION :What massage technique should be avoided on clients with arthritis? -
CORRECT ANSWER Vigorous



QUESTION :Which part of the nail forms a protective barrier that prevents bacteria from
infecting the nail bed? - CORRECT ANSWER Hyponychium



QUESTION :Malignant melanoma is often characterized by - CORRECT ANSWER
Dark brown patches




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QUESTION :When performing nail service, what should NOT be performed on someone
with a lowered immune system? - CORRECT ANSWER Nipping their cuticles



QUESTION :when performing a nail analysis, what is important for the licensee to do? -
CORRECT ANSWER Record your observation



QUESTION :According to TDLR, what is used to destroy bacteria and disinfect
implements and non-porous surfaces? - CORRECT ANSWER Chlorine bleach



QUESTION :According to TDLR, all trash containers must be kept clean by washing or
using plastic liners and emptied how often? - CORRECT ANSWER Daily



QUESTION :According to TDLR, when can an individual perform cosmetology services
with an expired license? - CORRECT ANSWER Under no circumstances



QUESTION :If a dirty nail clipper is placed into a disinfection container, which of the
following will most likely happen? - CORRECT ANSWER Disinfectant will be
contaminated



QUESTION :According to TDLR, prior to each use, electrical equipment that cannot be
immersed in liquid shall be wiped clean and - CORRECT ANSWER Disinfected



QUESTION :What should a licensee do if they suspect their client has a nail disease? -
CORRECT ANSWER Refer the client to a physician




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