They are offered as creams or ointments and are often sold in travel or trial sizes; typical net weights in the results are about 0.5 ounce and 1 ounce.

These products are intended for first-aid wound care of minor cuts, scrapes, burns, and similar minor skin injuries.

Directions commonly advise applying a small amount to the affected area one to three times daily. Some products also recommend covering the wound with a bandage for added protection.

Common warnings include avoiding contact with eyes, keeping the product out of reach of children, and specific age-related cautions (for example, not for children under two for some formulas). Always read the full product label for all precautions.

Some product descriptions pair antibiotic combinations with a moisturizing or nourishing formulation that manufacturers say helps keep skin hydrated while it heals and can help minimize the appearance of scars. The descriptions emphasize hydration and skin-supporting ingredients rather than naming a specific active scar-reduction agent.