Texas eyelash extension specialists must complete 4 hours of TDLR-approved continuing education every 2 years to renew their license. Our online course (Provider #2273) covers all required topics — sanitation, human trafficking prevention, and elective hours — with no final exam.
Eyelash Extension Specialist CE — At a Glance
CE Hours
4
hours
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years (biennial)
Renewal Fee
$50
Course Price
$22.95
What Eyelash Extension Specialists Need to Know
The Eyelash Extension Specialist license is one of the newer license categories under the TDLR Barbering and Cosmetology program. It authorizes you to apply semi-permanent eyelash extensions, including individual lash application, cluster lashes, and volume techniques. The license falls under Texas Occupations Code Chapter 1603 and the unified Barbering and Cosmetology program.
Earning the license requires completing an Eyelash Extension Specialist course consisting of 320 hours of instruction at a licensed school, passing both the written and practical exams, and maintaining your license through biennial renewal with CE. Safety is paramount in this specialty: improper application or unsanitary practices can cause eye infections, allergic reactions, corneal damage, and permanent lash loss.
Eyelash Extension CE Requirements
Under 16 TAC §83.25 (TDLR's 2025 CE rule change, effective for licenses expiring on or after September 1, 2025), the CE requirements for all barbering and cosmetology license holders are:
- Standard (licensed less than 15 years): 4 hours total
- 1 hour — Sanitation (health and safety)
- 1 hour — Human trafficking prevention
- 2 hours — Elective topics from the TDLR-approved list
- Experienced (licensed 15+ years): 2 hours total
- 1 hour — Sanitation
- 1 hour — Human trafficking prevention
- The 2 elective hours are waived
One CE credit hour equals 50 minutes of instruction time. All hours must be completed before submitting your renewal application. Retain your completion certificate for at least 2 years. Your TDLR-approved provider reports your completion directly to TDLR, and TDLR keeps general authority to inspect or investigate licensee records.
What's Covered in the Course
Our 4-hour course covers topics relevant to eyelash extension specialists, including:
- Sanitation and infection control — proper disinfection of tweezers, lash applicators, and adhesive supplies; preventing eye infections and cross-contamination; single-use product protocols for lash application
- Human trafficking recognition — TDLR-required training on identifying potential victims in service-industry settings and how to report suspected trafficking
- Eye safety and contraindications — recognizing conditions such as blepharitis, conjunctivitis, and allergic reactions that require referral; proper adhesive use and ventilation
- Chemical safety — understanding cyanoacrylate-based adhesives, formaldehyde exposure risks, and proper handling of lash removal solvents
- Texas law and rules — updates to 16 TAC Chapter 83 and TDLR regulations affecting eyelash extension specialists
- Professional ethics and client communication
All cosmetology sub-types — operators, estheticians, manicurists, barbers, eyelash extension specialists, and hair weaving specialists — take the same TDLR-approved 4-hour course. There is no separate eyelash-specific course required.
No final exam is required. You answer only short in-lesson knowledge or attendance checks as you go, depending on the approved course design — complete the hours and receive your certificate.
How to Renew Your Eyelash Extension Specialist License
Follow these steps to renew your eyelash extension specialist license with TDLR:
- Step 1: Complete your 4 hours of CE through a TDLR-approved provider (like OnlineTexasCE)
- Step 2: Log in to TDLR Online Services at tdlr.texas.gov
- Step 3: Select your eyelash extension specialist license and click "Renew"
- Step 4: Attest that you have completed the required CE hours
- Step 5: Pay the $50 renewal fee
TDLR sends a reminder email approximately 60 days before your license expires. Start the renewal process at least 30 days before your expiration date. Your license renews every 2 years on the anniversary of your issuance date.
Late renewal fees: $75 if you are 90 days or less past expiration, $100 if you are more than 90 days past expiration. From 18 months to less than 3 years expired, renewal also requires TDLR executive director approval. After 3 years or more you cannot renew — you must meet the current requirements for a new applicant, which may include any applicable examinations.
Late Renewal Fees
| Time After Expiration | Fee |
|---|---|
| 90 days or less expired | $75 (1.5x) |
| More than 90 days, less than 18 months expired | $100 (2x) |
| 18 months to less than 3 years expired | $100 (2x) — executive director approval required |
| 3 years or more expired | Cannot renew — must meet current new-applicant requirements |
Important: Practicing with an expired license can result in fines of $1,000–$5,000 per violation. Complete your CE before your license expires.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q.01How many CE hours do Texas eyelash extension specialists need?
4 hours of continuing education every 2 years. If you have held your license for 15 or more years, you only need 2 hours (the 2 elective hours are waived). The requirement includes 1 hour of sanitation and 1 hour of human trafficking prevention.
Q.02Is there a test for eyelash extension CE?
No. There is no final exam — just short in-lesson knowledge or attendance checks, depending on the approved course design. Our course is completion-based — finish the required hours and your certificate is issued immediately.
Q.03How much does the eyelash extension CE course cost?
Our TDLR-approved 4-hour course costs $22.95 and covers all topics required for license renewal. You also pay a separate $50 renewal fee directly to TDLR.
Q.04Can I take the eyelash extension CE course on my phone?
Yes. The course is fully mobile-friendly and works on phones, tablets, and computers. You can start on one device and continue on another.
Q.05How long does the eyelash extension CE course take?
The course requires 4 CE credit hours, which equals a minimum of 200 minutes (50 minutes per credit hour) of instruction time. You can complete it in a single sitting. It is self-paced and available 24/7.
Q.06Does TDLR automatically receive my CE completion?
Yes. As TDLR-approved Provider #2273, we report your completion directly to TDLR. Keep your certificate for at least 2 years for your own records.
Q.07What happens if my eyelash extension specialist license expires?
You cannot legally perform eyelash extension services with an expired license. Practicing on an expired license is a Class B violation with fines from $1,000 to $3,500. Late fees apply: $75 if you are 90 days or less past expiration, $100 if you are more than 90 days past expiration. From 18 months to less than 3 years expired, renewal also requires TDLR executive director approval. After 3 years or more you must meet the current requirements for a new applicant.
Q.08Is this the same CE course that cosmetologists and estheticians take?
Yes. All cosmetology sub-types — operators, estheticians, manicurists, barbers, eyelash extension specialists, and hair weaving specialists — take the same TDLR-approved 4-hour course. One course satisfies the CE requirement for all of these license types.
Q.09I also hold an esthetician license. Do I need CE for each?
No. Under the 2025 CE restructuring (16 TAC §83.25), CE hours completed for one barbering or cosmetology license satisfy the requirement for your other licenses in this program. Each license must still be renewed separately with its own $50 renewal fee.