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