See a dermatologist for confirmation before treating a facial wart
Do not pick, cut, or shave over the wart
Use an over-the-counter salicylic acid wart treatment only if a clinician says it is safe for facial skin
Apply treatment carefully to the wart only, avoiding eyes, lips, and healthy skin
Stop treatment if the skin becomes very irritated, burned, or swollen
Ask about cryotherapy, prescription medicine, or other in-office treatments
Keep the area clean and dry
Wash hands after touching the wart
Avoid sharing towels, razors, or makeup
Do not use home remedies like garlic, vinegar, or duct tape on the face
Seek medical care promptly if the wart changes color, bleeds, hurts, spreads, or is near the eye
Seek medical care if you are pregnant, immunocompromised, or have diabetes before using any wart treatment