Apply salicylic acid daily
Soak the wart in warm water before treatment
Gently file dead skin with a disposable emery board or pumice stone
Cover the wart with duct tape
Use over-the-counter wart removal products as directed
Freeze the wart with an OTC cryotherapy kit
Keep the area clean and dry
Avoid picking, scratching, or shaving over the wart
Wash hands after touching the wart
Do not share towels, razors, or nail tools
Cover the wart with a bandage or tape
See a healthcare professional for persistent, painful, or spreading warts
Seek medical care for warts on the face, genitals, or in people with weakened immune systems
Use prescription treatments if OTC methods do not work
Consider in-office treatments such as cryotherapy, cantharidin, curettage, laser, or immunotherapy