Use salicylic acid wart remover daily
Soak the wart in warm water before treatment
Gently file dead skin with a disposable emery board
Cover the wart with duct tape between treatments
Apply over-the-counter freezing treatment as directed
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 socks
See a doctor for persistent, painful, spreading, or genital warts
Seek medical care if you have diabetes, poor circulation, or a weak immune system