TDLR Application


The form submitted to obtain or renew a cosmetology license, requiring personal details, education proof, and CE completion.

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Cosmetology License

Official permission granted by TDLR to practice hair, skin, and nail services in Texas. Must be r...

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Esthetician License

A specialized license allowing professionals to perform skincare services such as facials, waxing...

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Cosmetology Exam

The official TDLR assessment, usually consisting of a written and practical portion, required for...

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TDLR Renewal Fee

The payment required when submitting a renewal application; fees can vary for different license t...

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Criminal History Evaluation

A TDLR process reviewing an applicant’s past convictions or offenses to determine if they’re elig...

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Military Service Member Exemption

A special waiver or extension of CE deadlines for active-duty military or their spouses, acknowle...

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Expired License

A license that has not been renewed by its deadline; TDLR can impose fees, require backdated CE, ...

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License Reinstatement

The process to restore an expired or revoked cosmetology license, involving additional fees, upda...

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TDLR Payment Portal

The online system through which license holders can pay renewal fees, penalties, or application c...

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Oral Exam Accommodation

Special arrangement for license candidates who need an oral (rather than written) exam format, gr...

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TDLR Wallet Card

A small, portable license format (in addition to the wall license) verifying a cosmetologist’s cr...

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Photo on File

The required image for TDLR licenses, typically submitted or updated during application or renewa...

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TDLR Cosmetology Forms

Standardized documents (e.g., license applications, CE provider forms) that must be filled out ac...

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Criminal History Check

The TDLR process of reviewing an applicant’s or licensee’s background for specific offenses. May ...

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Temporary License Extension

A short-term extension granted by TDLR if a licensee has submitted all fees and is awaiting final...

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TDLR Fingerprinting

Required in some cases for criminal history checks or specialized licenses; ensures accurate back...

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TDLR Enforcement Backlog

A high volume of pending complaints or inspections; licensees might experience processing delays,...

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