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TEXAS MANICURIST WRITTEN STATE BOARD TEST
2026| CERTIFIED EXAM QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT
ANSWERS
When applying nail primer, before dipping the brush back into the container,
what should be done avoid contamination - Correct-answer-wipe the brush
on a clean towel
According to TDLR, licensees may NOT use which of the following when
performing cosmetology services? - Correct-answer-credo blade
Which part of the nail is made of cells that produce the nail plate? -
Correctanswer-matrix
According to TDLR, which single use items shall be discarded after use on a
client? - Correct-answer-wooden applicators
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When using adhesive, what should a licensee wear? - Correct-answer-
protective eyewear
The living tissue at the base of the nail plate covering the matrix are that
should never be cut or damaged is the - Correct-answer-eponychium
What should a licensee know about pathogenic bacteria? - Correct-answer-it
is harmful and may cause disease
What is the purpose of thoroughly cleaning implements prior to immersion in
a disinfectant solution? - Correct-answer-avoid contamination
What is the procedure for applying nail polish during a manicure? -
Correctanswer-basecoat, color, color, topcoat
According to TDLR, when a porous instrument contacts blood or body fluids,
what shall be done immediately? - Correct-answer-double-bagged and
discarded
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Why is it recommended to cap the free edge when applying gel polish? -
Correctanswer-to increase strength
Which of the following statements is true about bacteria? - Correct-answer-
can be found in the air
According to TDLR, how shall multi-use implements be prepared prior to use
on each client? - Correct-answer-cleaned and disinfected
What should you see when analyzing a healthy nail bed? - Correct-
answerslightly pink
According to TDLR, what shall a licensee never sell, use, or apply to any
person? - Correct-answer-methyl methacrylate
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Proper hand washing procedure requires rubbing hands together with soap
and water, scrubbing nails, and using a - Correct-answer-clean towel or cloth
Why do nails appear thinner after the removal of an enhancement? -
Correctanswer-They have been weakened
After the loss of a fingernail, how long does it take to replace the nail plate? -
Correct-answer-4 to 6 months
According to TDLR, before beginning every client service, all shampoo bowls
and manicure tables must be - Correct-answer-disinfected
What is the purpose of dehydrating the nail prior to applying enhancement
products? - Correct-answer-to remove oil
According to TDLR, which of the follwing is an approved method for cleaning
an electric drill bit to remove acrylic build up? - Correct-answer-immersing
the bit in acetone for 5 to 10 minutes
TEXAS MANICURIST WRITTEN STATE BOARD TEST
2026| CERTIFIED EXAM QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT
ANSWERS
When applying nail primer, before dipping the brush back into the container,
what should be done avoid contamination - Correct-answer-wipe the brush
on a clean towel
According to TDLR, licensees may NOT use which of the following when
performing cosmetology services? - Correct-answer-credo blade
Which part of the nail is made of cells that produce the nail plate? -
Correctanswer-matrix
According to TDLR, which single use items shall be discarded after use on a
client? - Correct-answer-wooden applicators
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When using adhesive, what should a licensee wear? - Correct-answer-
protective eyewear
The living tissue at the base of the nail plate covering the matrix are that
should never be cut or damaged is the - Correct-answer-eponychium
What should a licensee know about pathogenic bacteria? - Correct-answer-it
is harmful and may cause disease
What is the purpose of thoroughly cleaning implements prior to immersion in
a disinfectant solution? - Correct-answer-avoid contamination
What is the procedure for applying nail polish during a manicure? -
Correctanswer-basecoat, color, color, topcoat
According to TDLR, when a porous instrument contacts blood or body fluids,
what shall be done immediately? - Correct-answer-double-bagged and
discarded
,3|Page
Why is it recommended to cap the free edge when applying gel polish? -
Correctanswer-to increase strength
Which of the following statements is true about bacteria? - Correct-answer-
can be found in the air
According to TDLR, how shall multi-use implements be prepared prior to use
on each client? - Correct-answer-cleaned and disinfected
What should you see when analyzing a healthy nail bed? - Correct-
answerslightly pink
According to TDLR, what shall a licensee never sell, use, or apply to any
person? - Correct-answer-methyl methacrylate
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Proper hand washing procedure requires rubbing hands together with soap
and water, scrubbing nails, and using a - Correct-answer-clean towel or cloth
Why do nails appear thinner after the removal of an enhancement? -
Correctanswer-They have been weakened
After the loss of a fingernail, how long does it take to replace the nail plate? -
Correct-answer-4 to 6 months
According to TDLR, before beginning every client service, all shampoo bowls
and manicure tables must be - Correct-answer-disinfected
What is the purpose of dehydrating the nail prior to applying enhancement
products? - Correct-answer-to remove oil
According to TDLR, which of the follwing is an approved method for cleaning
an electric drill bit to remove acrylic build up? - Correct-answer-immersing
the bit in acetone for 5 to 10 minutes
