These products commonly list treatment for minor cuts, scrapes, burns, abrasions and general wounds. Some product listings also include a broader range of skin issues such as ulcers, sores (including bed sores), diabetic wounds, sunburn, rashes and other skin irritations.

Label directions commonly instruct applying a small amount of ointment one to three times per day (often shown as "1–3 times daily" or "one to three times a day").

Typical warnings include keeping products out of reach of children, notices that the product can irritate the eyes, and explicit age-related cautions (for example, "not for children under 2 years" or instructions to use under adult supervision).

Search results include non-antibiotic approaches such as hydrogel wound dressings (some with botanical ingredients), mineral-based antiseptic ointments that reference activated minerals, and hypochlorous-acid (HOCl) sprays used for cleansing and calming skin.

Labels commonly advise applying a small amount of ointment to the wound and covering the area with a sterile adhesive bandage or similar dressing for extra protection.