The present invention is a method of treating acute and chronic wounds and skin conditions. The product comprises a composition or formulation comprising a mixture of buckwheat honey and povidone-iodine. In one unique embodiment the composition is gelled. The composition is applied directly to a wound or a patients skin or is impregnated on gauze or other similar material on a bandage or dressing for application to an exuding or non-exuding acute or chronic wound or skin condition.