Nelsons burns cream is a topical herbal remedy traditionally used in symptomatic treatment of minor burns and scaldsinstructions check that the tube seal is not broken before first use pierce tube seal with point in top of cap before first use apply the cream to cover more than the affected area cover with a dry dressing and bandage lightly if necessary keep all medicines out of reach of children side effects are rare if you notice anything unusual or symptoms persist consult your doctor