TEXAS COSMETOLOGY STATE BOARD
COMPLETE CERTIFICATION REVIEW
PAPER 2026 FULL QUESTIONS AND
EXPERTLY DEFINED ACCURATE
SOLUTIONS GRADED A+
⩥the chemical reaction that creates polymers is. Answer: polymerization
⩥the slits or furrows on each side of the nail are. Answer: nail grooves
⩥in appearance, a normal, healthy nail should be whitish and. Answer:
transluscent
⩥a metal pusher should be held like a pencil and held at a __ angle from
the nail plate. Answer: 20-30 degree
⩥a monomer is one unit called a. Answer: molecule
⩥To shape the monomer liquid and polymer powder enhancement's free
edge, you should. Answer: press and smooth the product with the belly
of your sable brush
,⩥to keep the toes apart while polishing the nails, which of the following
should be used?. Answer: toe separators
⩥the area of the nail that has all of its strength. Answer: apex
⩥most commonly used brush for monomer liquid or polymer powder is.
Answer: oval #8
⩥when applying an acid-based nail primer, you should. Answer: use a
light dotting action to apply the primer to the nails
⩥after an enhancement service, you should wipe the dampen dish with.
Answer: acetone
⩥which of the following products should you apply first during a toenail
polish application?. Answer: nail dehydrator
⩥If equal amounts of liquid and powder are used to create a bead, it is
called a __ bead.. Answer: dry
⩥the cuticle is incredibly sticky and is __ from the nail plate. Answer:
difficult to remove
,⩥what is the purpose of massage in manicuring?. Answer: relax the
client
⩥Male clients typically prefer which type of nail coating?. Answer: clear
satin
⩥you should NOT use a medium-grit abrasive to. Answer: create a high
shine on a natural nail when no polish will be worn
⩥If you use too much powder when creating a bead, the:. Answer: nail
enhancement may become discolored
⩥the rate of nail growth increases dramatically. Answer: during the last
trimester of pregnancy
⩥if a client has an ingrown nail, you should. Answer: refer the client to a
podiatrist
⩥Applying nail enhancement product over wet nail primer can cause.
Answer: product discoloration
⩥A mix that has one-and-one-half times more liquid than powder is a __
bead.. Answer: medium
, ⩥Which nail shape is recommended for women with thin hands, long
fingers, and narrow nail beds?. Answer: pointed
⩥at the end of a foot massage, you should. Answer: press your hands on
the client's feet and then feather off once
⩥Female clients should be warned not to shave their legs within __
before a pedicure.. Answer: 48 hours
⩥you can tell that a monomer liquid and polymer powder nail
enhancement is ready to be filled and shaped when you tap on the brush
and hear a. Answer: hollow and clicking sound
⩥a fully plumbed whirlpool foot bath with an attached pedicure chair
does NOT. Answer: offer portability
⩥a portion of living skin that supports the nail plate is the. Answer: nail
bed
⩥nail extension underside should. Answer: be smooth
⩥when repairing a crack in monomer liquid and polymer powder
enhancements, you should remove the existing polish, push back the
eponychium, remove cuticle tissue, gently file the nail, and then.
Answer: file a v-shape into the crack
COMPLETE CERTIFICATION REVIEW
PAPER 2026 FULL QUESTIONS AND
EXPERTLY DEFINED ACCURATE
SOLUTIONS GRADED A+
⩥the chemical reaction that creates polymers is. Answer: polymerization
⩥the slits or furrows on each side of the nail are. Answer: nail grooves
⩥in appearance, a normal, healthy nail should be whitish and. Answer:
transluscent
⩥a metal pusher should be held like a pencil and held at a __ angle from
the nail plate. Answer: 20-30 degree
⩥a monomer is one unit called a. Answer: molecule
⩥To shape the monomer liquid and polymer powder enhancement's free
edge, you should. Answer: press and smooth the product with the belly
of your sable brush
,⩥to keep the toes apart while polishing the nails, which of the following
should be used?. Answer: toe separators
⩥the area of the nail that has all of its strength. Answer: apex
⩥most commonly used brush for monomer liquid or polymer powder is.
Answer: oval #8
⩥when applying an acid-based nail primer, you should. Answer: use a
light dotting action to apply the primer to the nails
⩥after an enhancement service, you should wipe the dampen dish with.
Answer: acetone
⩥which of the following products should you apply first during a toenail
polish application?. Answer: nail dehydrator
⩥If equal amounts of liquid and powder are used to create a bead, it is
called a __ bead.. Answer: dry
⩥the cuticle is incredibly sticky and is __ from the nail plate. Answer:
difficult to remove
,⩥what is the purpose of massage in manicuring?. Answer: relax the
client
⩥Male clients typically prefer which type of nail coating?. Answer: clear
satin
⩥you should NOT use a medium-grit abrasive to. Answer: create a high
shine on a natural nail when no polish will be worn
⩥If you use too much powder when creating a bead, the:. Answer: nail
enhancement may become discolored
⩥the rate of nail growth increases dramatically. Answer: during the last
trimester of pregnancy
⩥if a client has an ingrown nail, you should. Answer: refer the client to a
podiatrist
⩥Applying nail enhancement product over wet nail primer can cause.
Answer: product discoloration
⩥A mix that has one-and-one-half times more liquid than powder is a __
bead.. Answer: medium
, ⩥Which nail shape is recommended for women with thin hands, long
fingers, and narrow nail beds?. Answer: pointed
⩥at the end of a foot massage, you should. Answer: press your hands on
the client's feet and then feather off once
⩥Female clients should be warned not to shave their legs within __
before a pedicure.. Answer: 48 hours
⩥you can tell that a monomer liquid and polymer powder nail
enhancement is ready to be filled and shaped when you tap on the brush
and hear a. Answer: hollow and clicking sound
⩥a fully plumbed whirlpool foot bath with an attached pedicure chair
does NOT. Answer: offer portability
⩥a portion of living skin that supports the nail plate is the. Answer: nail
bed
⩥nail extension underside should. Answer: be smooth
⩥when repairing a crack in monomer liquid and polymer powder
enhancements, you should remove the existing polish, push back the
eponychium, remove cuticle tissue, gently file the nail, and then.
Answer: file a v-shape into the crack
