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color: rgba(255,255,255,.82); font-size: .95rem; margin: 0 0 24px; }\n.ce-cta-band a {\n  display: inline-block; background: #fff; color: var(--brand);\n  font-family: var(--font); font-size: 1rem; font-weight: 800;\n  padding: 14px 38px; border-radius: 99px; text-decoration: none;\n  transition: opacity .2s, transform .15s;\n}\n.ce-cta-band a:hover { opacity: .92; transform: translateY(-1px); color: #d81b60; }\n<\/style>\n\n<div class=\"ce-page-wrap\">\n\n<article class=\"ce-article\">\n\n  <!-- \u2550\u2550\u2550 HERO WITH H1 \u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550 -->\n  <div class=\"ce-hero ce-reveal\">\n    <img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/texascosmetologyrenewal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Texas-Esthetician-License-Renewal-2026-\u2013-TDLR-Online-Guide-1.png\" loading=\"eager\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\">\n    <div class=\"ce-hero-overlay\"><\/div>\n    <div class=\"ce-hero-content\">\n      <span class=\"ce-hero-eyebrow\">License Renewal \u00b7 2026<\/span>\n      <h1>Never Miss Your Texas Esthetician License Renewal<\/h1>\n      <div class=\"ce-hero-meta\">\n        <span>Texas Cosmetology Renewal<\/span>\n        <span>Updated May 2026<\/span>\n        <span>8 min read<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <!-- \u2550\u2550\u2550 INTRO \u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550 -->\n  <p class=\"ce-intro ce-reveal\">\n    If you're searching for <strong>Texas esthetician license renewal<\/strong> requirements, you're in the right place \u2014 here's exactly what you need to do in 2026, step by step, with current fees, CE requirements, and what happens if you miss your deadline.\n  <\/p>\n\n  <!-- \u2550\u2550\u2550 QUICK ANSWER \u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550 -->\n  <div class=\"ce-qa ce-reveal\">\n    <p class=\"ce-qa-label\">Quick Answer<\/p>\n    <ul>\n      <li><strong>What:<\/strong> Complete your Texas esthetician license renewal every 2 years with 4 hours of TDLR-approved CE (2 hours if licensed 15+ years).<\/li>\n      <li><strong>Cost:<\/strong> $50 on-time \/ $75 late (\u226490 days) \/ $100 late (91 days\u201318 months).<\/li>\n      <li><strong>Time:<\/strong> CE takes ~4 hours (or 2 hours); renewal takes ~10 minutes online.<\/li>\n      <li><strong>Action:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/texascosmetologyrenewal.com\/checkout\/?add-to-cart=1818\">Complete your CE online now \u2192<\/a><\/li>\n    <\/ul>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <!-- \u2550\u2550\u2550 TABLE OF CONTENTS \u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550 -->\n  <nav class=\"ce-toc ce-reveal\" aria-label=\"Article contents\">\n    <p class=\"ce-toc-label\">In This Article<\/p>\n    <ol>\n      <li><a href=\"#key-facts\">Key Facts at a Glance<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#scope-of-practice\">What Texas Estheticians Are Licensed to Do<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#renewal-steps\">Step-by-Step: Texas Esthetician License Renewal Process<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#ce-requirements\">CE Requirements for Texas Estheticians<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#fees\">Renewal Fees and Late Penalties<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#lawful-presence\">New 2026 Lawful Presence Requirement<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#expired-license\">What Happens If Your License Expires<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#combo-license\">Esthetician + Hair Weaving Combination License<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#faq\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li>\n    <\/ol>\n  <\/nav>\n\n  <!-- \u2550\u2550\u2550 KEY FACTS TABLE \u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550 -->\n  <span class=\"ce-anchor\" id=\"key-facts\"><\/span>\n  <section class=\"ce-section ce-reveal\">\n    <h2 class=\"ce-h2\">Key Facts at a Glance<\/h2>\n    <div class=\"ce-table-wrap\">\n      <table class=\"ce-table\">\n        <thead><tr><th>Detail<\/th><th>Information<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n        <tbody>\n          <tr><td>Renewal Frequency<\/td><td>Every 2 years<\/td><\/tr>\n          <tr><td>CE Hours Required<\/td><td>4 hours (licensed &lt;15 years) \/ 2 hours (licensed 15+ years)<\/td><\/tr>\n          <tr><td>On-Time Renewal Fee<\/td><td>$50<\/td><\/tr>\n          <tr><td>Late Fee (\u226490 days expired)<\/td><td>$75<\/td><\/tr>\n          <tr><td>Late Fee (91 days\u201318 months)<\/td><td>$100<\/td><\/tr>\n          <tr><td>Where to Renew<\/td><td>TDLR Online Services portal<\/td><\/tr>\n          <tr><td>Governing Agency<\/td><td>Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)<\/td><\/tr>\n          <tr><td>Initial Training Required<\/td><td>750 hours<\/td><\/tr>\n        <\/tbody>\n      <\/table>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <!-- \u2550\u2550\u2550 SCOPE OF PRACTICE \u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550 -->\n  <span class=\"ce-anchor\" id=\"scope-of-practice\"><\/span>\n  <section class=\"ce-section ce-reveal\">\n    <h2 class=\"ce-h2\">What Texas Estheticians Are Licensed to Do<\/h2>\n    <p class=\"ce-p\">Your Texas esthetician license authorizes a specific set of services. Knowing your scope of practice matters \u2014 performing services outside it puts your license at risk.<\/p>\n    <p class=\"ce-p\"><strong>Licensed Texas estheticians can perform:<\/strong><\/p>\n    <ul class=\"ce-ul\">\n      <li>Facial treatments (cleansing, exfoliation, extractions, masks)<\/li>\n      <li>Body hair removal (waxing, threading, sugaring, and similar methods)<\/li>\n      <li>Beautifying treatments of the face, neck, shoulders, and arms<\/li>\n      <li>Scalp, neck, and face massage<\/li>\n    <\/ul>\n    <p class=\"ce-p\">That's a meaningful scope \u2014 skin care, waxing, and facial massage are all included. What's <em>not<\/em> included: hair cutting, nail services, or eyelash extension application. Those require separate licenses from TDLR.<\/p>\n    <p class=\"ce-p\">If you want to offer the full range of cosmetology services, a <strong>Cosmetology Operator<\/strong> license (1,000 hours of training) covers everything \u2014 hair, skin, nails, lashes, and weaving. See our <a href=\"https:\/\/texascosmetologyrenewal.com\/articles\/tdlr-cosmetology-ce-requirements-2026\/\" class=\"ce-link\">Texas cosmetology license renewal requirements guide<\/a> for details on how that license works.<\/p>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <!-- \u2550\u2550\u2550 RENEWAL STEPS \u2014 two-column with IMG2 \u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550 -->\n  <span class=\"ce-anchor\" id=\"renewal-steps\"><\/span>\n  <div class=\"ce-cols ce-reveal\">\n    <div class=\"ce-col-body\">\n      <h2 class=\"ce-h2\">Step-by-Step: Texas Esthetician License Renewal Process<\/h2>\n      <p class=\"ce-p\">Renewing your license takes two parts: completing your CE and submitting the renewal application. Here's the full process.<\/p>\n\n      <div class=\"ce-steps\">\n        <div class=\"ce-step\">\n          <div class=\"ce-step-n\">1<\/div>\n          <div class=\"ce-step-b\"><strong>Check Your Expiration Date<\/strong>Log in to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tdlr.texas.gov\/LicenseSearch\/\" class=\"ce-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TDLR license lookup tool<\/a> to confirm your license number and exact expiration date. TDLR sends renewal notices to your address on file, but don't rely on that \u2014 verify the date yourself.<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"ce-step\">\n          <div class=\"ce-step-n\">2<\/div>\n          <div class=\"ce-step-b\"><strong>Complete Your Required CE Hours<\/strong><strong>Complete your TDLR-approved continuing education before you submit your renewal application.<\/strong> You need either 4 or 2 hours depending on how long you've been licensed (see the CE Requirements section below for the full breakdown). Your CE provider will report your completed hours directly to TDLR. <a href=\"https:\/\/texascosmetologyrenewal.com\/checkout\/?add-to-cart=1818\" class=\"ce-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Our TDLR-approved online course<\/a> covers all required topics \u2014 you can complete it at your own pace, any time.<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"ce-step\">\n          <div class=\"ce-step-n\">3<\/div>\n          <div class=\"ce-step-b\"><strong>Log In to TDLR Online Services<\/strong>Go to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tdlr.texas.gov\/LicenseSearch\/\" class=\"ce-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TDLR Online Services portal<\/a> and log in with your TDLR account. If you don't have one, you'll create it the first time. Select your esthetician license and choose \"Renew.\"<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"ce-step\">\n          <div class=\"ce-step-n\">4<\/div>\n          <div class=\"ce-step-b\"><strong>Confirm Your CE Completion and Pay the $50 Fee<\/strong>The system will show whether your CE hours have been reported. If they appear, proceed to payment. <strong>The on-time renewal fee is $50.<\/strong> Pay by credit card or electronic check.<br><br>\u26a0\ufe0f <strong>Important:<\/strong> Starting May 1, 2026, TDLR requires documentation of lawful presence in the United States as part of the renewal process. See the Lawful Presence section below.<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"ce-step\">\n          <div class=\"ce-step-n\">5<\/div>\n          <div class=\"ce-step-b\"><strong>Download and Save Your Updated License<\/strong>Once payment processes, your renewed license is available immediately through the TDLR portal. Download it and save a copy \u2014 you're required to have your license available at your workstation while practicing.<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <p class=\"ce-p\">For a deeper walkthrough of the TDLR portal itself, visit our <a href=\"\/texas-cosmetology-license-renewal-process\/\" class=\"ce-link\">Texas cosmetology license renewal process guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n    <figure class=\"ce-col-img\">\n      <div class=\"ce-img-border\">\n        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/texascosmetologyrenewal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/texas-esthetician-license-online-renewal-steps.png\" alt=\"Hands using a laptop on a clean desk to renew a Texas esthetician license online\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"900\" height=\"1200\">\n      <\/div>\n      <figcaption>Complete your Texas esthetician license renewal online through the TDLR portal in about 10 minutes.<\/figcaption>\n    <\/figure>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <!-- \u2550\u2550\u2550 CE REQUIREMENTS \u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550 -->\n  <span class=\"ce-anchor\" id=\"ce-requirements\"><\/span>\n  <section class=\"ce-section ce-reveal\">\n    <h2 class=\"ce-h2\">Texas Esthetician License Renewal: CE Requirements<\/h2>\n    <p class=\"ce-p\">Texas changed its CE structure on <strong>September 1, 2025<\/strong>. The new rules split CE into distinct required topics, replacing the old single-hour combined requirement.<\/p>\n\n    <h3 class=\"ce-h3\">If You've Been Licensed Less Than 15 Years: 4 Hours Total<\/h3>\n    <div class=\"ce-table-wrap\">\n      <table class=\"ce-table\">\n        <thead><tr><th>Topic<\/th><th>Hours<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n        <tbody>\n          <tr><td>Sanitation and safety<\/td><td>1 hour<\/td><\/tr>\n          <tr><td>Human trafficking awareness<\/td><td>1 hour<\/td><\/tr>\n          <tr><td>Elective (cosmetology-related topic)<\/td><td>2 hours<\/td><\/tr>\n          <tr><td><strong>Total<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>4 hours<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>\n        <\/tbody>\n      <\/table>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <h3 class=\"ce-h3\">If You've Been Licensed 15 or More Years: 2 Hours Total<\/h3>\n    <div class=\"ce-table-wrap\">\n      <table class=\"ce-table\">\n        <thead><tr><th>Topic<\/th><th>Hours<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n        <tbody>\n          <tr><td>Sanitation and safety<\/td><td>1 hour<\/td><\/tr>\n          <tr><td>Human trafficking awareness<\/td><td>1 hour<\/td><\/tr>\n          <tr><td><strong>Total<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>2 hours<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>\n        <\/tbody>\n      <\/table>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <p class=\"ce-p\">The 15-year threshold is based on the date your <em>first<\/em> Texas esthetician license was issued \u2014 not your current license renewal date. Check your original license or TDLR records if you're unsure.<\/p>\n\n    <h3 class=\"ce-h3\">What Counts as a TDLR-Approved CE Course?<\/h3>\n    <p class=\"ce-p\"><strong>Only courses approved by TDLR count toward your renewal.<\/strong> Certificates from non-approved providers won't be accepted. TDLR-approved providers report your completion directly to the TDLR system, so you don't need to submit anything yourself.<\/p>\n    <p class=\"ce-p\">When shopping for CE, confirm the provider is listed in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tdlr.texas.gov\/continuing-education-providers\/cosmetologists.htm\" class=\"ce-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TDLR CE provider database<\/a> before you pay.<\/p>\n\n    <h3 class=\"ce-h3\">Multiple Licenses? One CE Satisfies All<\/h3>\n    <p class=\"ce-p\">If you hold more than one TDLR cosmetology license \u2014 say, an esthetician license and a manicurist license \u2014 <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/texascosmetologyrenewal.com\/articles\/texas-esthetician-continuing-education\/\">CE hours completed for one license satisfy the requirement<\/a> for your other license(s).<\/strong> You don't need to take separate courses for each.<\/p>\n    <p class=\"ce-p\">This also applies if you later add an eyelash extension specialist license.<\/p>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <!-- \u2550\u2550\u2550 FEES \u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550 -->\n  <span class=\"ce-anchor\" id=\"fees\"><\/span>\n  <section class=\"ce-section ce-reveal\">\n    <h2 class=\"ce-h2\">Renewal Fees and Late Penalties<\/h2>\n    <p class=\"ce-p\">The $50 on-time fee is straightforward. But if your license lapses, the penalties escalate quickly.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"ce-table-wrap\">\n      <table class=\"ce-table\">\n        <thead><tr><th>License Status<\/th><th>Fee<\/th><th>Notes<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n        <tbody>\n          <tr><td>On-time renewal<\/td><td>$50<\/td><td>Renew before expiration date<\/td><\/tr>\n          <tr><td>Expired \u226490 days<\/td><td>$75<\/td><td>1.5\u00d7 the base fee<\/td><\/tr>\n          <tr><td>Expired 91 days\u201318 months<\/td><td>$100<\/td><td>2\u00d7 the base fee<\/td><\/tr>\n          <tr><td>Expired 18 months\u20133 years<\/td><td>$100 + approval<\/td><td>Executive Director approval required<\/td><\/tr>\n          <tr><td>Expired 3+ years<\/td><td>Cannot renew<\/td><td>Must re-apply and re-test ($50 application fee)<\/td><\/tr>\n        <\/tbody>\n      <\/table>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"ce-note\">\u26a0\ufe0f <strong>Warning:<\/strong> If your license has been expired for more than 3 years, you cannot simply renew it. You must submit a new application and retake the licensing exam. Don't let it get to that point.<\/div>\n    <p class=\"ce-p\">The safest move: set a calendar reminder 90 days before your expiration date. That gives you time to complete CE and submit the renewal without paying a late fee.<\/p>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <!-- \u2550\u2550\u2550 LAWFUL PRESENCE \u2014 two-column with IMG3 \u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550 -->\n  <span class=\"ce-anchor\" id=\"lawful-presence\"><\/span>\n  <div class=\"ce-cols img-left ce-reveal\">\n    <figure class=\"ce-col-img\">\n      <div class=\"ce-img-border\">\n        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/texascosmetologyrenewal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/texas-esthetician-license-lawful-presence-documents.png\" alt=\"Neat stack of forms, ID card, and subtle Texas outline representing lawful presence rules for esthetician license renewal\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"900\" height=\"1200\">\n      <\/div>\n      <figcaption>Starting May 1, 2026, TDLR requires proof of lawful U.S. presence for all license renewals.<\/figcaption>\n    <\/figure>\n    <div class=\"ce-col-body\">\n      <h2 class=\"ce-h2\">New 2026 Lawful Presence Requirement<\/h2>\n      <p class=\"ce-p\"><strong>Starting May 1, 2026, TDLR requires proof of lawful presence in the United States for all license renewals.<\/strong> This is a new requirement \u2014 it did not exist before January 2026. The Texas Commission formally adopted this rule on March 24, 2026. It affects an estimated 18,000 current license holders statewide.<\/p>\n\n      <h3 class=\"ce-h3\">What This Means for You<\/h3>\n      <ul class=\"ce-ul\">\n        <li>If you are a U.S. citizen, you likely satisfy this requirement through your Social Security Number (SSN) on file with TDLR.<\/li>\n        <li>If you are a lawful noncitizen, you can still qualify. Acceptable documents include a green card, immigrant visa, refugee travel document, and others. TDLR will post the full list of acceptable documents on its website.<\/li>\n        <li><strong>If you don't have an SSN, you must renew by mail<\/strong> and submit your documentation directly to TDLR.<\/li>\n        <li>Applications remain pending until documentation is reviewed. Insufficient documentation can result in denial.<\/li>\n      <\/ul>\n      <p class=\"ce-p\">The legal basis for this requirement is 8 U.S.C. \u00a7 1621 (the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996).<\/p>\n      <p class=\"ce-p\">If you have questions about your specific documentation situation, contact TDLR directly at <strong>(800) 803-9202<\/strong> or write to TDLR, P.O. Box 12157, Austin, TX 78711.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <!-- \u2550\u2550\u2550 EXPIRED LICENSE \u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550 -->\n  <span class=\"ce-anchor\" id=\"expired-license\"><\/span>\n  <section class=\"ce-section ce-reveal\">\n    <h2 class=\"ce-h2\">What Happens If Your License Expires<\/h2>\n    <p class=\"ce-p\">Practicing as an esthetician with an expired license in Texas is a <a href=\"https:\/\/texascosmetologyrenewal.com\/articles\/expired-texas-esthetician-license\/\">violation of the Texas Occupations Code<\/a>. TDLR can issue fines and disciplinary action \u2014 don't risk it.<\/p>\n    <p class=\"ce-p\">Here's what your options look like depending on how long your license has been expired:<\/p>\n    <ul class=\"ce-ul\">\n      <li><strong>Expired under 90 days:<\/strong> Renew online through TDLR. Pay the $75 late fee. No special process needed.<\/li>\n      <li><strong>Expired 91 days to 18 months:<\/strong> Renew online. Pay the $100 late fee. No special approval needed, but you cannot practice until the renewal is complete.<\/li>\n      <li><strong>Expired 18 months to 3 years:<\/strong> You can still renew, but the Texas Executive Director must approve your application. This takes additional time. Pay the $100 late fee.<\/li>\n      <li><strong>Expired over 3 years:<\/strong> Your license cannot be renewed. You must submit a brand-new application ($50 fee), complete the required training verification, and pass the Texas state licensing exam again.<\/li>\n    <\/ul>\n    <p class=\"ce-p\">For more guidance on expired licenses and reinstatement, see our <a href=\"\/tdlr-continuing-education-renewal-guide\/\" class=\"ce-link\">TDLR continuing education renewal guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <!-- \u2550\u2550\u2550 COMBO LICENSE \u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550 -->\n  <span class=\"ce-anchor\" id=\"combo-license\"><\/span>\n  <section class=\"ce-section ce-reveal\">\n    <h2 class=\"ce-h2\">Esthetician + Hair Weaving Combination License<\/h2>\n    <p class=\"ce-p\">Texas offers a <strong>combination Hair Weaving\/Esthetician license<\/strong> for professionals who want to offer both services under a single license.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"ce-table-wrap\">\n      <table class=\"ce-table\">\n        <thead><tr><th>Path<\/th><th>Hours Required<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n        <tbody>\n          <tr><td>Esthetician license only<\/td><td>750 hours<\/td><\/tr>\n          <tr><td>Hair Weaving Specialist license only<\/td><td>300 hours<\/td><\/tr>\n          <tr><td>Combination Hair Weaving\/Esthetician (combo program)<\/td><td>800 hours<\/td><\/tr>\n          <tr><td>Both licenses obtained separately<\/td><td>300 + 750 = 1,050 hours<\/td><\/tr>\n        <\/tbody>\n      <\/table>\n    <\/div>\n    <p class=\"ce-p\">The combo program saves you 250 hours of training compared to getting both licenses separately. If you're considering expanding your services to include hair weaving, the combo path is more efficient.<\/p>\n    <p class=\"ce-p\">Note: A Hair Weaving Specialist license on its own is limited to weaving commercial hair \u2014 it does not authorize any other cosmetology services.<\/p>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <!-- \u2550\u2550\u2550 FAQ \u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550 -->\n  <span class=\"ce-anchor\" id=\"faq\"><\/span>\n  <section class=\"ce-section ce-reveal\">\n    <h2 class=\"ce-h2\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n    <details class=\"ce-faq\">\n      <summary>How often do I need to renew my Texas esthetician license?<\/summary>\n      <div class=\"ce-faq-body\"><p>Every two years. TDLR issues esthetician licenses on a two-year renewal cycle. Your expiration date is printed on your license. You can also look it up anytime through the TDLR license search tool at tdlr.texas.gov.<\/p><\/div>\n    <\/details>\n\n    <details class=\"ce-faq\">\n      <summary>How many CE hours do I need to renew my Texas esthetician license?<\/summary>\n      <div class=\"ce-faq-body\"><p>It depends on how long you've been licensed. If you've held your Texas esthetician license for less than 15 years, you need 4 hours of CE: 1 hour of sanitation, 1 hour of human trafficking awareness, and 2 elective hours. If you've been licensed for 15 years or more, you only need 2 hours: 1 hour of sanitation and 1 hour of human trafficking awareness. These rules took effect September 1, 2025.<\/p><\/div>\n    <\/details>\n\n    <details class=\"ce-faq\">\n      <summary>What is the renewal fee for a Texas esthetician license?<\/summary>\n      <div class=\"ce-faq-body\"><p>The on-time renewal fee is $50. If your license has been expired for 90 days or less, the fee is $75. If it's been expired between 91 days and 18 months, the fee is $100. Licenses expired more than 3 years cannot be renewed \u2014 you'd need to apply and test again.<\/p><\/div>\n    <\/details>\n\n    <details class=\"ce-faq\">\n      <summary>Can I renew my Texas esthetician license online?<\/summary>\n      <div class=\"ce-faq-body\"><p>Yes. Most estheticians renew through the TDLR Online Services portal at tdlr.texas.gov. The process takes about 10 minutes once your CE hours are on file. If you don't have a Social Security Number on file, you must renew by mail and include lawful presence documentation (required starting May 1, 2026).<\/p><\/div>\n    <\/details>\n\n    <details class=\"ce-faq\">\n      <summary>Does my CE for one license count toward my other Texas cosmetology licenses?<\/summary>\n      <div class=\"ce-faq-body\"><p>Yes. If you hold multiple TDLR cosmetology licenses \u2014 such as an esthetician license and a manicurist license \u2014 completing CE for one license satisfies the CE requirement for your other license(s). You do not need to take separate courses for each license you hold.<\/p><\/div>\n    <\/details>\n\n    <details class=\"ce-faq\">\n      <summary>What services can a Texas esthetician legally perform?<\/summary>\n      <div class=\"ce-faq-body\"><p>A Texas esthetician license covers: facial treatments, body hair removal, beautifying treatments of the face, neck, shoulders, and arms, and massaging the scalp, neck, and face. It does not cover hair cutting, nail services, or eyelash extension application \u2014 those require separate licenses from TDLR.<\/p><\/div>\n    <\/details>\n\n    <details class=\"ce-faq\">\n      <summary>What is the new 2026 lawful presence requirement for TDLR license renewal?<\/summary>\n      <div class=\"ce-faq-body\"><p>Starting May 1, 2026, TDLR requires all license applicants and renewers to provide documentation of lawful presence in the United States. U.S. citizens typically satisfy this through their SSN on file. Lawful noncitizens can qualify with documents like a green card, immigrant visa, or refugee travel document. If you don't have an SSN, you must renew by mail and submit your documentation. Questions? Call TDLR at (800) 803-9202.<\/p><\/div>\n    <\/details>\n\n  <\/section>\n\n  <!-- \u2550\u2550\u2550 SOURCES \u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550 -->\n  <p class=\"ce-sources\">\n    <em>Sources: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tdlr.texas.gov\/continuing-education-providers\/cosmetologists.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TDLR CE Provider Database<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tdlr.texas.gov\/LicenseSearch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TDLR License Lookup<\/a><\/em>\n  <\/p>\n\n<\/article>\n\n<!-- \u2550\u2550\u2550 FULL-BLEED CTA BAND \u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550 -->\n<div class=\"ce-cta-band ce-reveal\">\n  <h2>Ready to Renew Your License?<\/h2>\n  <p>Our TDLR-approved course covers all required CE hours: Sanitation \u00b7 Human Trafficking Prevention \u00b7 Electives \u00b7 Instant Certificate<\/p>\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/texascosmetologyrenewal.com\/checkout\/?add-to-cart=1818\">Start Your CE Course Now \u2192<\/a>\n  <p style=\"font-size:.82rem;color:rgba(255,255,255,.65);margin:12px 0 0;\"><em>Instant access \u00b7 100% online \u00b7 No hidden fees<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div><!-- \/.ce-page-wrap -->\n\n<script>\n(function(){\n  var p = document.createElement('div');\n  p.className = 'ce-progress';\n  document.body.appendChild(p);\n  window.addEventListener('scroll', function(){\n    var d = document.documentElement;\n    var s = d.scrollTop || document.body.scrollTop;\n    var t = d.scrollHeight - d.clientHeight;\n    p.style.width = (t > 0 ? 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