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1How many training hours are required to obtain an esthetician license in Illinois?
2Which state agency regulates esthetician licensing in Illinois?
3What is the minimum age requirement for an Illinois esthetician license?
4What type of exam does Illinois require for esthetician licensure?
5What percentage of the Illinois esthetician exam covers scientific concepts?
6How long is the Illinois esthetician written exam?
7Which testing company physically administers (proctors) the Illinois esthetician written exam at its testing centers?
8How often must Illinois esthetician licenses be renewed?
9How many hours of continuing education are required for Illinois esthetician license renewal?
10What is the application fee for an Illinois esthetician license?
About the IL Esthetician Exam
The Illinois Licensed Esthetician theory exam (effective October 1, 2026) has 85 multiple-choice questions, 75 scored and 10 unscored pretest, in 90 minutes. It covers safety and infection control, client consultation and skin analysis, skin care, makeup, eyelash and eyebrow services, and hair removal.
Exam sponsor: Continental Testing Services (CTS) for IDFPR; delivered at PSI test centers. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Questions
85 questions
Time Limit
1.5 hours (90 minutes)
Passing Score
75 or higher
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Our practice resources: topics covered
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Safety and Infection Control
30 items: infection control procedures, cleaning and disinfection, exposure incidents, SDS, federal safety rules, ventilation, and electrical safety
Client Consultation and Skin Analysis
14 items: intake and consent, contraindications, skin structure and analysis, patch tests, skin disorders, and adverse reactions
Skin Care
13 items: facial massage, skin care products, facial services, chemical and mechanical exfoliation, devices, and hot towels
Makeup
2 items: safe and hygienic makeup application and removal, including bracing and disposable applicators
Eyelash and Eyebrow
5 items: eyelash enhancements, chemical lash services, tinting, and adhesive and remover safety
Hair Removal
11 items: waxing, sugaring, tweezing, threading, hair removal infection control, and contraindications
Preparing for the IL Esthetician Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 75 or higher
- Exam length: 85 questions
- Time limit: 1.5 hours (90 minutes)
- Exam / certification fees: $175 (CTS computerized exam fee) Official sources
Using Our Practice Resources
- Work through all 404 available questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is the esthetician exam different from cosmetology?
Esthetician exams focus specifically on skin care, facials, and hair removal. Cosmetology covers a broader range including hair styling and nails.
How many questions are on the Illinois esthetician exam?
Under the CTS/PSI candidate guide effective October 1, 2026, the Illinois esthetician theory exam has 85 multiple-choice questions: 75 scored and 10 unscored pretest questions, with a 90-minute time limit.
What score do I need to pass?
Illinois requires a score of 75 or higher on the esthetician theory exam. You get a preliminary score report at the PSI test center, and CTS sends the official score report one to two weeks after the test.
Do I need separate licenses for esthetics and cosmetology?
In most states, yes — esthetician is a separate license with its own training requirements, typically 600-1,500 hours depending on the state.