Texas Manicurist Written State Board Test
Exam 2026/2027 | Complete Review Guide
with Practice Questions
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
According to TDLR, a licensed cosmetologist or manicurist is prohibited from
removing calluses using which of the following? - correct answer-A credo blade
According to TDLR, how can ultraviolet electrical sanitizers be used? - correct
answer-As a dry storage container for clean implements
According to TDLR, what agency bans or deems products as poisonous or unsafe?
- correct answer-FDA
Before applying nail polish, what should be used to eliminate all traces of oil and
lotion? - correct answer-Polish Remover
What step should be completed immediately before applying monomer liquid and
polymer powder enhancements? - correct answer-Apply Primer
,According to TDLR, when must multi-use equipment be cleaned and disinfected? -
correct answer-Prior to each client
A nail is composed primarily of - correct answer-Keratin
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
What is the purpose of a nail tip position stop? - correct answer-To guide where
to place the nail tip
How long should gel products be cured in a UV lamp? - correct answer-Per
manufacturer's direction
A licensee may NOT perform manicuring services for clients with - correct
answer-Nail fungus
What should a licensee use to clean a wound during a blood exposure incident? -
correct answer-Antiseptic
What should be worn when mixing disinfectants? - correct answer-Safety glasses
and gloves
According to TDLR, when does a license expire after being issued? - correct
answer-On the second anniversary of the issue date
,Which of following should be applied to treat minor cuts? - correct answer-
Antiseptic
According to TDLR, what should be attached to the front of the individual license?
- correct answer-Current photograph
In nail enhancement maintenance, where should the first bead of monomer and
polymer be placed? - correct answer-Free edge
What should be done with toe separators after completing the pedicure service? -
correct answer-Discard
What could be the result of prolonged or repeated skin contact with gel products?
- correct answer-Skin iritation
What massage technique should be avoided on clients with arthritis? - correct
answer-Vigorous
Which part of the nail forms a protective barrier that prevents bacteria from
infecting the nail bed? - correct answer-Hyponychium
Malignant melanoma is often characterized by - correct answer-Dark brown
patches
When performing nail service, what should NOT be performed on someone with a
lowered immune system? - correct answer-Nipping their cuticles
, when performing a nail analysis, what is important for the licensee to do? -
correct answer-Record your observation
According to TDLR, what is used to destroy bacteria and disinfect implements and
non-porous surfaces? - correct answer-Chlorine bleach
According to TDLR, all trash containers must be kept clean by washing or using
plastic liners and emptied how often? - correct answer-Daily
According to TDLR, when can an individual perform cosmetology services with an
expired license? - correct answer-Under no circumstances
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
According to TDLR, prior to each use, electrical equipment that cannot be
immersed in liquid shall be wiped clean and - correct answer-Disinfected
What should a licensee do if they suspect their client has a nail disease? - correct
answer-Refer the client to a physician
According the TLDR, what product is prohibited from use in a nail salon? - correct
answer-Methyl methacrylate (MMA)
Safety data sheets explain which of the following? - correct answer-How to
protect yourself when using the product
Exam 2026/2027 | Complete Review Guide
with Practice Questions
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
According to TDLR, a licensed cosmetologist or manicurist is prohibited from
removing calluses using which of the following? - correct answer-A credo blade
According to TDLR, how can ultraviolet electrical sanitizers be used? - correct
answer-As a dry storage container for clean implements
According to TDLR, what agency bans or deems products as poisonous or unsafe?
- correct answer-FDA
Before applying nail polish, what should be used to eliminate all traces of oil and
lotion? - correct answer-Polish Remover
What step should be completed immediately before applying monomer liquid and
polymer powder enhancements? - correct answer-Apply Primer
,According to TDLR, when must multi-use equipment be cleaned and disinfected? -
correct answer-Prior to each client
A nail is composed primarily of - correct answer-Keratin
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
What is the purpose of a nail tip position stop? - correct answer-To guide where
to place the nail tip
How long should gel products be cured in a UV lamp? - correct answer-Per
manufacturer's direction
A licensee may NOT perform manicuring services for clients with - correct
answer-Nail fungus
What should a licensee use to clean a wound during a blood exposure incident? -
correct answer-Antiseptic
What should be worn when mixing disinfectants? - correct answer-Safety glasses
and gloves
According to TDLR, when does a license expire after being issued? - correct
answer-On the second anniversary of the issue date
,Which of following should be applied to treat minor cuts? - correct answer-
Antiseptic
According to TDLR, what should be attached to the front of the individual license?
- correct answer-Current photograph
In nail enhancement maintenance, where should the first bead of monomer and
polymer be placed? - correct answer-Free edge
What should be done with toe separators after completing the pedicure service? -
correct answer-Discard
What could be the result of prolonged or repeated skin contact with gel products?
- correct answer-Skin iritation
What massage technique should be avoided on clients with arthritis? - correct
answer-Vigorous
Which part of the nail forms a protective barrier that prevents bacteria from
infecting the nail bed? - correct answer-Hyponychium
Malignant melanoma is often characterized by - correct answer-Dark brown
patches
When performing nail service, what should NOT be performed on someone with a
lowered immune system? - correct answer-Nipping their cuticles
, when performing a nail analysis, what is important for the licensee to do? -
correct answer-Record your observation
According to TDLR, what is used to destroy bacteria and disinfect implements and
non-porous surfaces? - correct answer-Chlorine bleach
According to TDLR, all trash containers must be kept clean by washing or using
plastic liners and emptied how often? - correct answer-Daily
According to TDLR, when can an individual perform cosmetology services with an
expired license? - correct answer-Under no circumstances
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
According to TDLR, prior to each use, electrical equipment that cannot be
immersed in liquid shall be wiped clean and - correct answer-Disinfected
What should a licensee do if they suspect their client has a nail disease? - correct
answer-Refer the client to a physician
According the TLDR, what product is prohibited from use in a nail salon? - correct
answer-Methyl methacrylate (MMA)
Safety data sheets explain which of the following? - correct answer-How to
protect yourself when using the product
