2026 TDLR Lash Extension Written Exam – Practice
Questions, Answers & Rationales for Licensing Prep
Table of Contents – Eyelash Extension Exam
Section 1: Lash Growth & Stages
Catagen, Telogen, Anagen
Lash shedding and natural lash count
Extension placement distance
Section 2: Tools & Application Techniques
Straight and curved tweezers
Under-eye stickers
Glue handling and containers
Acetone use
Section 3: Client Care & Communication
Patch tests and consent forms
Reflective listening and repeating procedures
Effective communication
Section 4: Blood Exposure, Sanitation & Safety
First steps in blood exposure
Double bagging and disinfecting
, Sterilization, autoclave, immersion
Cleaning and MSDS information
Section 5: Licensing, Laws & Regulations
License types: active, inactive, temporary, revoked
Renewal procedures and fees
State agency regulations and inspections
Booth rental and salon ownership rules
Section 6: Diseases, Conditions & Health Precautions
Eye conditions: rosacea, stye, conjunctivitis
Skin conditions: seborrheic dermatitis, plaque psoriasis
Communicable diseases: scabies, herpes, ringworm, warts
Lash mites and madarosis
Section 7: Lash Maintenance & Longevity
Proper maintenance and aftercare
Removing grown-out or twisted lashes
Factors affecting lash damage and bending
Section 8: Lash Styles & Eye Shapes
Protruding eyes, oval/almond, hooded, round, deep-set
Best lash length and curl for each eye shape
Section 9: Final Safety & Regulatory Practices
OSHA and TDLR compliance
Decontamination methods
Continuing education and proof retention
Inspection schedules and corrective action timing
,Eyelash Extension & Salon Safety Exam
Section 1: Lash Growth & Application
1. Catagen
The growth stage of lashes when you apply medium extensions to is:
A) Anagen
B) Catagen ✅
C) Telogen
D) Resting
Rationale: Catagen is the transitional stage, ideal for medium lash
extensions.
2. How long is the lash growth cycle?
A) 15–30 days
B) 30–60 days ✅
C) 60–90 days
D) 90–120 days
Rationale: Eyelashes grow in a cycle lasting about 1–2 months.
3. Last stage of lash growth
A) Anagen
B) Catagen
C) Telogen ✅
D) Resting
Rationale: Telogen is the resting stage before the lash sheds naturally.
4. How many lashes shed daily?
A) 1–2
B) 2–5 ✅
, C) 5–10
D) 10–15
Rationale: On average, 2–5 lashes fall naturally each day.
5. How many natural lashes do people typically have?
A) 100–150
B) 150–200 ✅
C) 200–250
D) 250–300
Rationale: Most people have around 150–200 natural lashes per eye.
6. What tool do you use during a lash removal?
A) Straight tweezers
B) Microswabs ✅
C) Curved tweezers
D) Glue remover brush
Rationale: Microswabs safely remove extensions without damaging
natural lashes.
7. What causes the extension to keep turning?
A) Too much glue
B) Too long ✅
C) Wrong adhesive
D) Curved tweezers
Rationale: If the extension is too long for the natural lash, it twists or
rotates.
8. Remove grown out or twisted lashes
A) During a fill appointment ✅
B) At a full set appointment
Questions, Answers & Rationales for Licensing Prep
Table of Contents – Eyelash Extension Exam
Section 1: Lash Growth & Stages
Catagen, Telogen, Anagen
Lash shedding and natural lash count
Extension placement distance
Section 2: Tools & Application Techniques
Straight and curved tweezers
Under-eye stickers
Glue handling and containers
Acetone use
Section 3: Client Care & Communication
Patch tests and consent forms
Reflective listening and repeating procedures
Effective communication
Section 4: Blood Exposure, Sanitation & Safety
First steps in blood exposure
Double bagging and disinfecting
, Sterilization, autoclave, immersion
Cleaning and MSDS information
Section 5: Licensing, Laws & Regulations
License types: active, inactive, temporary, revoked
Renewal procedures and fees
State agency regulations and inspections
Booth rental and salon ownership rules
Section 6: Diseases, Conditions & Health Precautions
Eye conditions: rosacea, stye, conjunctivitis
Skin conditions: seborrheic dermatitis, plaque psoriasis
Communicable diseases: scabies, herpes, ringworm, warts
Lash mites and madarosis
Section 7: Lash Maintenance & Longevity
Proper maintenance and aftercare
Removing grown-out or twisted lashes
Factors affecting lash damage and bending
Section 8: Lash Styles & Eye Shapes
Protruding eyes, oval/almond, hooded, round, deep-set
Best lash length and curl for each eye shape
Section 9: Final Safety & Regulatory Practices
OSHA and TDLR compliance
Decontamination methods
Continuing education and proof retention
Inspection schedules and corrective action timing
,Eyelash Extension & Salon Safety Exam
Section 1: Lash Growth & Application
1. Catagen
The growth stage of lashes when you apply medium extensions to is:
A) Anagen
B) Catagen ✅
C) Telogen
D) Resting
Rationale: Catagen is the transitional stage, ideal for medium lash
extensions.
2. How long is the lash growth cycle?
A) 15–30 days
B) 30–60 days ✅
C) 60–90 days
D) 90–120 days
Rationale: Eyelashes grow in a cycle lasting about 1–2 months.
3. Last stage of lash growth
A) Anagen
B) Catagen
C) Telogen ✅
D) Resting
Rationale: Telogen is the resting stage before the lash sheds naturally.
4. How many lashes shed daily?
A) 1–2
B) 2–5 ✅
, C) 5–10
D) 10–15
Rationale: On average, 2–5 lashes fall naturally each day.
5. How many natural lashes do people typically have?
A) 100–150
B) 150–200 ✅
C) 200–250
D) 250–300
Rationale: Most people have around 150–200 natural lashes per eye.
6. What tool do you use during a lash removal?
A) Straight tweezers
B) Microswabs ✅
C) Curved tweezers
D) Glue remover brush
Rationale: Microswabs safely remove extensions without damaging
natural lashes.
7. What causes the extension to keep turning?
A) Too much glue
B) Too long ✅
C) Wrong adhesive
D) Curved tweezers
Rationale: If the extension is too long for the natural lash, it twists or
rotates.
8. Remove grown out or twisted lashes
A) During a fill appointment ✅
B) At a full set appointment
