Texas Manicurist Written State Board
Test 2026
Before applying nail polish, what should be used to eliminate all traces of oil and lotion?
- ANSWER-Polish Remover
What step should be completed immediately before applying monomer liquid and
polymer powder enhancements? - ANSWER-Apply Primer
According to TDLR, when must multi-use equipment be cleaned and disinfected? -
ANSWER-Prior to each client
A nail is composed primarily of - ANSWER-Keratin
What should a licensee do when an asymmetrical mole, containing many colors is
visible on a client's arm? - ANSWER-Refer the client to a physician
What is the purpose of a nail tip position stop? - ANSWER-To guide where to place the
nail tip
How long should gel products be cured in a UV lamp? - ANSWER-Per manufacturer's
direction
A licensee may NOT perform manicuring services for clients with - ANSWER-Nail
fungus
What should a licensee use to clean a wound during a blood exposure incident? -
ANSWER-Antiseptic
What should be worn when mixing disinfectants? - ANSWER-Safety glasses and gloves
According to TDLR, when does a license expire after being issued? - ANSWER-On the
second anniversary of the issue date
Which of following should be applied to treat minor cuts? - ANSWER-Antiseptic
According to TDLR, what should be attached to the front of the individual license? -
ANSWER-Current photograph
In nail enhancement maintenance, where should the first bead of monomer and polymer
be placed? - ANSWER-Free edge
What is the correct way to maintain monomer liquid and polymer powder nail
enhancements? - ANSWER-File the nail and apply a new layer of product
,According to TDLR, a licensed cosmetologist or manicurist is prohibited from removing
calluses using which of the following? - ANSWER-A credo blade
According to TDLR, how can ultraviolet electrical sanitizers be used? - ANSWER-As a
dry storage container for clean implements
According to TDLR, what agency bans or deems products as poisonous or unsafe? -
ANSWER-FDA
What should be done with toe separators after completing the pedicure service? -
ANSWER-Discard
What could be the result of prolonged or repeated skin contact with gel products? -
ANSWER-Skin iritation
What massage technique should be avoided on clients with arthritis? - ANSWER-
Vigorous
Which part of the nail forms a protective barrier that prevents bacteria from infecting the
nail bed? - ANSWER-Hyponychium
Malignant melanoma is often characterized by - ANSWER-Dark brown patches
When performing nail service, what should NOT be performed on someone with a
lowered immune system? - ANSWER-Nipping their cuticles
when performing a nail analysis, what is important for the licensee to do? - ANSWER-
Record your observation
According to TDLR, what is used to destroy bacteria and disinfect implements and non-
porous surfaces? - ANSWER-Chlorine bleach
According to TDLR, all trash containers must be kept clean by washing or using plastic
liners and emptied how often? - ANSWER-Daily
According to TDLR, when can an individual perform cosmetology services with an
expired license? - ANSWER-Under no circumstances
If a dirty nail clipper is placed into a disinfection container, which of the following will
most likely happen? - ANSWER-Disinfectant will be contaminated
According to TDLR, prior to each use, electrical equipment that cannot be immersed in
liquid shall be wiped clean and - ANSWER-Disinfected
What should a licensee do if they suspect their client has a nail disease? - ANSWER-
Refer the client to a physician
, According the TLDR, what product is prohibited from use in a nail salon? - ANSWER-
Methyl methacrylate (MMA)
Safety data sheets explain which of the following? - ANSWER-How to protect yourself
when using the product
What is important to know about your client prior to performing a massage? - ANSWER-
Medical condition
Which type of tip does NOT require blending? - ANSWER-Well-less
How should monomer liquid be disposed - ANSWER-Absorbed with a paper towel and
placed in a sealed plastic bag
When should a manicure service NOT be performed? - ANSWER-Inflammation around
the nail
What implement can cause damage to the eponychium when applying too much
pressure? - ANSWER-Pusher
According to TLDR, a licensee shall retain a copy of the continuing education course
completion certificate for how many years? - ANSWER-2
What are warts caused by? - ANSWER-A virus
According to TDLR, a licensee may perform a service, within the scope of the license, at
a location other than a licensed facility for a client who - ANSWER-Will receive the
services at the special event
Which of the following is a contagious disease? - ANSWER-Scabies
According to TDLR, when must an individual obtain a new salon or shop license? -
ANSWER-There is a change in ownership
What is necessary to use when preparing the feet for a pedicure service? - ANSWER-
Foot bath
Complete the pedicure foot massage by - ANSWER-Feathering off the foot
The most effective brush for use with acrylics is made of which type of hair? -
ANSWER-Sable
Which of the following should be done first when performing a pedicure? - ANSWER-
Test the temperature of the water
Test 2026
Before applying nail polish, what should be used to eliminate all traces of oil and lotion?
- ANSWER-Polish Remover
What step should be completed immediately before applying monomer liquid and
polymer powder enhancements? - ANSWER-Apply Primer
According to TDLR, when must multi-use equipment be cleaned and disinfected? -
ANSWER-Prior to each client
A nail is composed primarily of - ANSWER-Keratin
What should a licensee do when an asymmetrical mole, containing many colors is
visible on a client's arm? - ANSWER-Refer the client to a physician
What is the purpose of a nail tip position stop? - ANSWER-To guide where to place the
nail tip
How long should gel products be cured in a UV lamp? - ANSWER-Per manufacturer's
direction
A licensee may NOT perform manicuring services for clients with - ANSWER-Nail
fungus
What should a licensee use to clean a wound during a blood exposure incident? -
ANSWER-Antiseptic
What should be worn when mixing disinfectants? - ANSWER-Safety glasses and gloves
According to TDLR, when does a license expire after being issued? - ANSWER-On the
second anniversary of the issue date
Which of following should be applied to treat minor cuts? - ANSWER-Antiseptic
According to TDLR, what should be attached to the front of the individual license? -
ANSWER-Current photograph
In nail enhancement maintenance, where should the first bead of monomer and polymer
be placed? - ANSWER-Free edge
What is the correct way to maintain monomer liquid and polymer powder nail
enhancements? - ANSWER-File the nail and apply a new layer of product
,According to TDLR, a licensed cosmetologist or manicurist is prohibited from removing
calluses using which of the following? - ANSWER-A credo blade
According to TDLR, how can ultraviolet electrical sanitizers be used? - ANSWER-As a
dry storage container for clean implements
According to TDLR, what agency bans or deems products as poisonous or unsafe? -
ANSWER-FDA
What should be done with toe separators after completing the pedicure service? -
ANSWER-Discard
What could be the result of prolonged or repeated skin contact with gel products? -
ANSWER-Skin iritation
What massage technique should be avoided on clients with arthritis? - ANSWER-
Vigorous
Which part of the nail forms a protective barrier that prevents bacteria from infecting the
nail bed? - ANSWER-Hyponychium
Malignant melanoma is often characterized by - ANSWER-Dark brown patches
When performing nail service, what should NOT be performed on someone with a
lowered immune system? - ANSWER-Nipping their cuticles
when performing a nail analysis, what is important for the licensee to do? - ANSWER-
Record your observation
According to TDLR, what is used to destroy bacteria and disinfect implements and non-
porous surfaces? - ANSWER-Chlorine bleach
According to TDLR, all trash containers must be kept clean by washing or using plastic
liners and emptied how often? - ANSWER-Daily
According to TDLR, when can an individual perform cosmetology services with an
expired license? - ANSWER-Under no circumstances
If a dirty nail clipper is placed into a disinfection container, which of the following will
most likely happen? - ANSWER-Disinfectant will be contaminated
According to TDLR, prior to each use, electrical equipment that cannot be immersed in
liquid shall be wiped clean and - ANSWER-Disinfected
What should a licensee do if they suspect their client has a nail disease? - ANSWER-
Refer the client to a physician
, According the TLDR, what product is prohibited from use in a nail salon? - ANSWER-
Methyl methacrylate (MMA)
Safety data sheets explain which of the following? - ANSWER-How to protect yourself
when using the product
What is important to know about your client prior to performing a massage? - ANSWER-
Medical condition
Which type of tip does NOT require blending? - ANSWER-Well-less
How should monomer liquid be disposed - ANSWER-Absorbed with a paper towel and
placed in a sealed plastic bag
When should a manicure service NOT be performed? - ANSWER-Inflammation around
the nail
What implement can cause damage to the eponychium when applying too much
pressure? - ANSWER-Pusher
According to TLDR, a licensee shall retain a copy of the continuing education course
completion certificate for how many years? - ANSWER-2
What are warts caused by? - ANSWER-A virus
According to TDLR, a licensee may perform a service, within the scope of the license, at
a location other than a licensed facility for a client who - ANSWER-Will receive the
services at the special event
Which of the following is a contagious disease? - ANSWER-Scabies
According to TDLR, when must an individual obtain a new salon or shop license? -
ANSWER-There is a change in ownership
What is necessary to use when preparing the feet for a pedicure service? - ANSWER-
Foot bath
Complete the pedicure foot massage by - ANSWER-Feathering off the foot
The most effective brush for use with acrylics is made of which type of hair? -
ANSWER-Sable
Which of the following should be done first when performing a pedicure? - ANSWER-
Test the temperature of the water
