Use an over-the-counter salicylic acid wart remover daily
Soak the wart in warm water before treatment
File the dead skin gently with a disposable emery board or pumice stone
Cover the wart with duct tape and replace it regularly
Freeze the wart with an over-the-counter cryotherapy kit
Keep the wart covered to reduce spreading
Do not pick, cut, or bite the wart
Wash hands after touching the wart
Avoid sharing towels, socks, shoes, or razors
See a healthcare professional if the wart is painful, spreading, bleeding, or not improving
Seek medical care if the wart is on the face, genitals, or under a nail
Seek medical care if you have diabetes, poor circulation, or a weakened immune system