“I love everything about this honey, the taste, the medicinal uses, the fast shipping and the customer service. I have used it on wounds and a toothache with wonderful results and have been taking it for years now. It is definitely worth every penny.”
Manuka for Wound Care
Natural Manuka Honey for Wound Care
Genuine UMF™ Manuka honey — thick, naturally rich in MGO, and applied to everyday cuts, scrapes and grazes for generations. A jar worth keeping in the first-aid kit.*
- Thick enough to stay where you put it
- A first-aid kit staple for cuts, scrapes and grazes*
- Nothing added — just honey
Quick answer
Can you put Manuka honey on a cut or scrape?
Many households keep a jar of Manuka honey for everyday cuts, scrapes and grazes. Rinse the area with clean water, spread a thin layer with a clean spatula, then cover with a breathable dressing and refresh daily. Our honey is a food, not a sterile dressing, so see a healthcare professional for anything deep, large or slow to settle.
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Why Manuka
Not all honey works this hard.
Manuka honey is different from table honey — and the difference is measurable. Here's why it earns a place in the first-aid kit as well as the pantry.
MGO — the measurable difference
Methylglyoxal (MGO) is Manuka's signature compound, identified by researchers as the source of its unique natural activity.1 Every jar states its exact MGO level.
Thick enough to stay put
Manuka is dense and slow-pouring. Spread over a scrape or graze, it stays where you put it rather than running off, and forms a natural moist layer under a dressing.
Studied in the lab
Researchers have tested Manuka against "three common wound infection causative bacteria" in the lab.4
Manuka on wounds
Why Manuka belongs on cuts and scrapes.
Honey has been applied to wounds for centuries. Manuka stands apart because its activity is measurable, stable and graded on every jar.
Why you can use it
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Activity that doesn't rely on peroxide
Most honey relies on hydrogen peroxide, which breaks down easily. Manuka showed non-peroxide activity, meaning its effect comes from compounds that stay stable.4
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Graded, so you know the strength
Researchers found Manuka's effect rose with its activity level.5 The UMF™ and MGO numbers on every jar tell you exactly what you're applying.
Why it's good
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Keeps the area moist
Thick and slow to run, it forms a natural moist layer under a dressing. Honey is described as having "a soothing effect when initially applied to open wounds."6
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Rich in antioxidants
Manuka carries polyphenols and other antioxidant compounds alongside MGO.6
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Simple and natural
Nothing added, easy to apply, and researchers note "the absence of antibiotic resistance" as a key reason honey is used on wounds.6
For everyday cuts, scrapes and grazes. For anything deep, large, a burn, or slow to settle, see a healthcare professional.
“The honey is outstanding for cuts ,scrapes burns”
How customers use it
Clean, apply, cover.
A clean spatula, a fresh dressing and a jar kept just for the first-aid kit. Here's how our customers use theirs on everyday cuts, scrapes and grazes.
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Start clean
Rinse the cut or scrape with clean water and gently pat the skin around it dry.
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A thin layer
Spread a thin layer with a clean spatula or cotton bud. Never double-dip back into the jar.
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Cover and refresh
Top with a breathable dressing and refresh daily. For anything deep, large or slow to settle, see a healthcare professional.
Real results, every strength
From grazed knees to kitchen nicks, customers reach for every strength.
Danail O.· UMF™ 24+
Just M.· UMF™ 20+
Conan F.· UMF™ 24+
James T.· UMF™ 20+ & 24+
Chris D.· UMF™ 24+
Verified Buyer· UMF™ 24+
Just M.· UMF™ 20+
Iurie A.· UMF™ 20+
★★★★★UMF™ 20+ · MGO 829+
“The honey is proving beneficial in healing open wounds in our native Wildlife”
“Wildlife Treatment” · Verified Buyer · UMF™ 20+ | MGO 829+ · US store · Jul 26, 2026
★★★★☆UMF™ 24+ · MGO 1122+
“The honey is outstanding , for medical use ,cuts , scrapes ,minor wounds ,”
“Outstanding” · Verified Buyer · UMF™ 24+ | MGO 1122+ · US store · Sep 29, 2025
Nothing but honey
100%
pure, raw New Zealand Manuka honey. Nothing added, nothing removed.
Choose your strength
Three strengths for the first-aid kit.
Higher UMF™ means more MGO in every jar. Keep a 250g in the first-aid kit for cuts and scrapes, separate from the jar you eat from.
UMF™ 20+ · MGO 829+
Manuka Honey UMF™ 20+
High natural activity in a size made for the first-aid kit.
15% cheaper per ounce
Deliver every
$63.88
BEST SELLER#1 CUSTOMER PICK
UMF™ 24+ · MGO 1122+
Manuka Honey UMF™ 24+
Our best seller — high MGO, and our customers’ pick for the first-aid kit.
15% cheaper per ounce
Deliver every
$108.88
UMF™ 26+ · MGO 1282+
Manuka Honey UMF™ 26+
Ultra-rare and our most potent jar in this range — the highest MGO in every spoonful.
15% cheaper per ounce
Deliver every
$175.88
New to UMF™ and MGO ratings? Read the full strength guide →
Held to a higher standard
Our library holds 1,100+ peer-reviewed papers on manuka honey science.
We let the research do the talking.
The research on wounds
What researchers say about honey and wounds.
REVIEW · HISTORY OF USE
Honey has been used "as a remedy for burns, cataracts, ulcers and wound healing, because it exerts a soothing effect when initially applied to open wounds."6
A review of Manuka honey's composition and its use in wound treatment.
DOI: 10.3390/foods3030420
REVIEW · WOUND TREATMENT
“The easiness of administration in wound treatment and the absence of antibiotic resistance … are important characteristics for the use of this honey in the treatment of clinical wounds.”6
From the same review's conclusions.
DOI: 10.3390/foods3030420
IN VITRO · WOUND BACTERIA
Manuka honey showed "antimicrobial activities against three common wound infection causative bacteria; Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Staphylococcus aureus."4
Effective at a 10% w/v concentration, with activity that did not rely on hydrogen peroxide.
DOI: 10.3390/molecules200916068
IN VITRO · HONEY DRESSINGS
“Several studies have shown honey to have broad-spectrum antibacterial activity at concentrations present in honey dressings.”3
In this study, manuka outperformed kanuka and clover honey at inhibiting bacterial growth.
DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0055898
IN VITRO · ACTIVITY LEVEL
“Honey is an ancient remedy for the experiential treatment of infected wounds and has recently been “rediscovered” by the medical profession.”5
The study found Manuka's antibacterial effect rose with its activity level, which is why the grade on the jar matters.
Swiss Dent J. 2014;124(9):922
RESEARCH · WOUND MANAGEMENT
“There has been a recent surge in interest for wound management products of natural origin including honey.”4
From the introduction to a lab study comparing the wound-relevant properties of Manuka and other honeys.
1. Mavric E, et al. Identification and quantification of methylglyoxal as the dominant antibacterial constituent of Manuka honey. Mol Nutr Food Res. 2008. 2. Sęk A, Porębska A, Szczęsna T. Quality of commercially available Manuka honey expressed by pollen composition, diastase activity, and hydroxymethylfurfural content. Foods. 2023;12(15):2930. DOI: 10.3390/foods12152930. 3. Lu J, Carter DA, Turnbull L, et al. The effect of New Zealand kanuka, manuka and clover honeys on bacterial growth dynamics and cellular morphology varies according to the species. PLoS ONE. 2013;8(2):e55898. DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0055898. 4. Boateng J, Diunase KN. Comparing the antibacterial and functional properties of Cameroonian and Manuka honeys for potential wound healing. Molecules. 2015;20:16068–16084. DOI: 10.3390/molecules200916068. 5. Schmidlin PR, English H, Duncan W, Belibasakis GN, Thurnheer T. Antibacterial potential of Manuka honey against three oral bacteria in vitro. Swiss Dent J. 2014;124(9):922. 6. Alvarez-Suarez JM, Gasparrini M, Forbes-Hernández TY, Mazzoni L, Giampieri F. The composition and biological activity of honey: a focus on manuka honey. Foods. 2014;3:420–432. DOI: 10.3390/foods3030420.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Individual results vary. Manuka honey is a food, not a dietary supplement or medicine.
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The UMF Grading system appraises natural markers found in manuka honey and assures purity and quality.
Non-GMO
Our honey is certified and in compliance with the Non-GMO Project Standard.
Glyphosate free
Every batch of our honey is tested in independent laboratories to ensure it is glyphosate free.
Halal
Certified by FIANZ, The Federation of Islamic Associations of New Zealand (Inc).
Fernmark
We are Fernmark accredited and approved by the NZ Government as a trusted exporter.
MGO
Our independent certification shows you the exact MGO levels in our manuka honey.
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“Used this on a few wounds my father had from being in the hospital... Healed them right up. I also take it for my eczema... Just buy it... You won't regret it... Trust me... I'm on auto renew monthly”
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Good questions
Before you decide
What do customers use Manuka Honey on?
Everyday cuts, scrapes and grazes: kitchen nicks, garden scratches and grazed knees. For anything deep, large, a burn, or slow to settle, see a healthcare professional.
How often should I reapply Manuka Honey?
Customers typically clean the area and apply a fresh thin layer with a new dressing once a day, keeping the jar lid closed between uses.
Which Manuka honey do people keep in the first-aid cupboard?
Many households keep a separate jar of UMF™ 20+ (MGO 829+), 24+ or 26+ in the first-aid cupboard, apart from the jar they eat from. Use a clean spatula each time and keep the lid closed. Whatever the grade, it's a food, not a sterile dressing, so see a professional for anything serious.
Is your Manuka honey sterile?
No. Our Manuka honey is a food, made to be enjoyed by the spoonful. It isn't sterilised, so it is not a substitute for a sterile dressing. Products made for clinical use are sterilised and used under professional guidance. For anything deep, large, a burn, or slow to settle, see a healthcare professional.
When should I see a healthcare professional instead?
See a professional for any cut that is deep, large, gaping or won't stop bleeding, for any burn, bite or puncture, and for skin that turns red, hot, swollen or painful. Do the same if you manage diabetes or anything is slow to settle. A jar of honey is never a replacement for proper care.
Can the whole family use Manuka Honey?
Manuka is a whole food and suits most households from one year of age — honey of any kind isn't suitable for infants under 12 months. If you manage a medical condition, are pregnant, or monitor blood sugar, check with your doctor first.
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Unedited, from Verified Buyers on our US store.
“Perfect size jar and high quality. Will be using as first aid supply. Best of the best- thank you!”
“So far so good. My podiatrist recommended Manuka Honey for a wound on one of my toes. So far it is helping with the healing process.”
“I absolutely love this Manuka honey and always make sure we have it on hand. We use it both for consumption and topically, and I truly can’t count the number of times it has helped us. From cuts and scrapes to blemishes, rashes, and even something as stubborn as an ingrown toenail, it has been such a go-to in our home. It’s one of those things I never want to be without. We love this honey and will always keep it in our cupboard.”
“I love it ! It’s a great product for healing wounds thank you !!!!”
“I love this honey! My neighbor did not believe it was honey that healed a deep scrape on my arm until I let her use my New Zealand honey. She had a cut on her hand and motion prevented it from healing. A little bit of honey topically healed her up. I notice how my skin has softened. As an older person we need all the help we can get! Thanks so much New Zealand Honey for the raw Manuka you are amazing.”
“I love it…I use it for cuts, burns, and in my mouth for hot spots on my gums….using the little spoon from you I take a spoonful every morning. It connects me to the good feeling of Nature’s healing….what a gift!”
“Quite good so far. I have used this honey on cuts, an acne breakout, and for general health (consumed with my coffee and teas). It is a very versatile product.”
“I swear by the medical grade product! It is worth the price and better than Pharmaceuticals. I have been using Manuka honey for health reasons for three+ years. Not only does it heal wounds (cuts, scrapes and acne) literally overnight, but it can also heal from inside out! A teaspoon morning and night combats bowel upsets and has relieved by urinary incontinence! This review is for "MEDICAL GRADE MANUKA HONEY"”
“Great honey for wounds.I bought to put on shingles virus rash that didn’t seem to go away. It helped ease pain & peeling skin & burning. I also take a spoon a day a lil stronger but good.”
“I recently had a cancerous skin lesion burned and scraped off my face. The first week afterwards seemed to go well until the wound became infected. I switched to cleansing with sterile saline and applying manuka honey. Turned it around 180 deg. I am healing well, faster than was anticipated. All due to this manuka honey!!!!”
Ready when you are
Manuka for everyday wound care.
UMF™ 20+ · MGO 829+
Manuka Honey UMF™ 20+
High natural activity in a size made for the first-aid kit.
“There is no comparison to other non-Manuka honey. This high quality, natural honey is the best.” — Verified Buyer, Sep 2026
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UMF™ 24+ · MGO 1122+
Manuka Honey UMF™ 24+
Our best seller — high MGO, and our customers’ pick for the first-aid kit.
“I've been using it for almost 2 years and I can assure you that it is an excellent honey…highly recommended” — Verified Buyer, May 2026
15% cheaper per ounce
Deliver every
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UMF™ 26+ · MGO 1282+
Manuka Honey UMF™ 26+
Ultra-rare and our most potent jar in this range — the highest MGO in every spoonful.
“I drizzle on fresh fruit yogurt a nuts every morning. It's delicious and not too sweet.” — Verified Buyer, Jul 2026
15% cheaper per ounce
Deliver every
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