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NEW TEXAS MANICURIST WRITTEN EXAM
TEST PRACTICE EXAM QUESTIONS WITH
ANSWERS TESTED AND APPROVED 2025/2026
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
Before applying nail polish, what should be used to eliminate all traces of oil
and lotion? -- ANSWER--Polish Remover
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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
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
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
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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
In nail enhancement maintenance, where should the first bead of monomer and
polymer be placed? -- ANSWER--Free edge
What should be done with toe separators after completing the pedicure service?
-- ANSWER--Discard
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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
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NEW TEXAS MANICURIST WRITTEN EXAM
TEST PRACTICE EXAM QUESTIONS WITH
ANSWERS TESTED AND APPROVED 2025/2026
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
Before applying nail polish, what should be used to eliminate all traces of oil
and lotion? -- ANSWER--Polish Remover
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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
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
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
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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
In nail enhancement maintenance, where should the first bead of monomer and
polymer be placed? -- ANSWER--Free edge
What should be done with toe separators after completing the pedicure service?
-- ANSWER--Discard
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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
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