CVS Deals - Week of 12/6

Here are the best deals that I see. I've also included two inexpensive scenarios at the end. Remember to use the $5 off $30 printable coupon HERE or the $5 off $20 printable coupon HERE to make the deals even better. Also, check your email. I had a $5 off $30 coupon waiting there for me!

Note: If you're new to CVS shopping, be sure to read my post HERE before you begin.

3-Day Sale Items (Prices good Sunday through Tuesday)
Essence of Beauty Bath & Body - $4.99 each
ECBs Earned: $4.00 (limit 2)
Final Price: $.99 each

Merry Brite Santa hat - $3.99 each
ECBs Earned: $3.99 (limit 2)
Final Price: FREE

Merry Brite Mini Ornaments (12 count) - $1.99 each
ECBs Earned: $1.99 (limit 2)
Final Price: FREE

ECB Deals
Emergen-C Immune Booster (2 pack) - $3.99 each
ECBs Earned: $3.99 (limit 1)
Final Price: FREE

Zantac 150 (24 ct) or 74 (30 ct) - $8.99 each
Use $1.00 off coupon from 10/18 or 11/15 SmartSource insert
ECBs Earned: $8.99 (limit 1)
Final Price: better than FREE

7UP, Canada Dry, A&W, Sunkist (12 pack) - 3 for $11.00
Use $1.00 off coupon from 11/8 or 11/15 SmartSource insert
ECBs Earned: $3.00 (limit 2)
Final Price: as low as $1.67 if you have 3 coupons

HP Inkjet Cartridges - prices start at $19.99 each
ECBs Earned: $10 when you buy 2 (limit 2)
Final Price: $14.99 each

Energizer Batteries - prices vary
Use $1.00 off coupon from 11/15 SmartSource insert
Use $1.00 off printable coupon HERE
ECBs Earned: $5.00 when you buy $15.00
Final Price: varies

iTunes Gift Cards - $50.00 each
ECBs Earned: $10.00 (limit 4)
Final Price: $40.00 each

Revlon Cosmetics & Beauty Tools - prices vary
Use $1.00 off beauty tool coupon from 11/15 SmartSource insert
Use $2.00 off cosmetic coupon from 11/15 SmartSource insert
ECBs Earned: $7.00 when you buy $15.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: varies

Covergirl Clean Liquid Foundation or Pressed Powder - $4.99 each
Use $1.00 off coupon from 10/11 or 11/29 P&G insert
ECBs Earned: $1.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: $2.99 each

Garnier Nutritioniste Skincare - prices vary
Use $2.00 off eye roller printable coupon HERE
Use $2.50 off printable coupon HERE
Use $2.50 off coupon from 11/18 RedPlum insert
ECBs Earned: $10 when you spend $20 (limit 1)
Final Price: varies

L'Oreal EverPure Shampoo/Conditioner - prices start at $6.99 each
Use $2.00 off coupon from 9/27 SmartSource insert
Use $2.00 off coupon from 10/18 or 11/1 RedPlum insert
ECBs Earned: $5.00 when you buy 2 (limit 1)
Final Price: as low as $2.49 each

Family Size Aussie, Pantene, Herbal Essences, Head & Shoulders - $5.99 each
Use $1.00 off Pantene coupon from 11/29 P&G insert
Use $.50 off Herbal Essences coupon from 11/29 P&G insert
ECBs Earned: $2.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: as low as $2.99 each

Nexxus Shampoo, Conditioner, Styler, Hairbrush - prices start at $3.99 each
ECBs Earned: $10 when you buy $20 (limit 1)
Final Price: varies

Crest Baking Soda & Peroxide, Cavity, Tartar Protection - 2 for $4.50
Use 2 $.75 off coupons from 11/29 P&G insert
ECBs Earned: $2.50 when you buy 2 (limit 1)
Final Price: $.25 each

Bayer Contour Glucose Meter - $14.99 each
Use up to $30 off coupon from 10/25 RedPlum insert (adjusted down to $14.99)
ECBs Earned: $5.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: better than FREE

Sudafed (various) - $6.99 each
Use $2.00 off coupon from 10/4 RedPlum insert
ECBs Earned: $3.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: $1.99 each

Other Weekly Deals
L'Oreal Lip or Nail - Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE - ($3.49 - $11.99)
Use 2 $2.00 off coupons from 11/15 RedPlum insert
Final Price: as low as FREE

Toys - Buy 2 - Get 1 FREE

Hershey's Holiday Candy - 2 for $5.00 (limit 4)
Use Buy 3 - Get 1 FREE coupon from 12/6 SmartSource insert
Use $1.00 off 2 Reese's, Hershey's, York, Kit Kat, Rolo coupon from 12/6 SmartSource insert
Final Price: as low as $1.88 each

Garnier Nutrisse Hair Color - $5.99 each
Use $2.00 off coupon from 12/6 RedPlum insert
Final Price: $3.99 each

Speed Stick Deodorant - $1.99 each

Palmolive Dish Soap - $.96 each

Special K, Mini Wheats, Frosted Flakes, Raisin Bran - 3 for $10 (limit 4)
Use $1.50 off 3 printable coupon HERE
Final Price: $2.83 each


Possible Scenarios
Scenario 1: Spend Less Than $5.00
Transaction #1
Buy 2 Crest Toothpastes - $4.50
Buy 1 Bayer Contour Meter - $14.99
Use 2 $.75 off Crest coupons from 11/29 P&G insert
Use $30 off Bayer Meter coupon (adjusted to $14.99 off) from 10/25 RedPlum insert
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $3.00 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $7.50 ($2.50 Crest, $5 Bayer)

Transaction #2
Buy 1 Emergen-C 2-pack - $3.99
Buy 1 CoverGirl Clean Liquid Foundation or Pressed Powder - $4.99 each
Use $1.00 off CoverGirl coupon from 10/11 or 11/29 P&G insert
Use $7.50 ECBs from Transaction #1
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $.48 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $4.99 ($3.99 Emergen-C, $1 CoverGirl)

Transaction #3
Buy 1 Sudafed - $6.99
Use $2.00 off coupon from 10/4 RedPlum insert
Use $4.99 ECBs from Transaction #2
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $0 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $3.00

Merchandise Total Value: $35.46
Total Out-of-Pocket: $3.48 plus tax
Savings: $31.98 (90%)
ECBs Left: $3.00


Scenario 2: Spend Less Than $10
Transaction #1
Buy 2 Crest Toothpastes - $4.50
Buy 1 Bayer Contour Meter - $14.99
Buy 1 Emergen-C 2-pack - $3.99
Use 2 $.75 off Crest coupons from 11/29 P&G insert
Use $30 off Bayer Meter coupon (adjusted to $14.99 off) from 10/25 RedPlum insert
Out-of-Pocket: $6.99 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $11.49 ($2.50 Crest, $5 Bayer, $3.99 Emergen-C)

Transaction #2
Buy 1 Zantac - $8.99
Buy 1 Sudafed - $6.99
Use $1.00 off Zantac coupon from 10/18 or 11/15 SmartSource insert
Use $2.00 off Sudafed coupon from 10/4 RedPlum insert
Use $11.49 ECBs from Transaction #1
Out-of-Pocket: $1.49 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $11.99 ($8.99 Zantac, $3 Sudafed)

Transaction #3
Buy 1 CoverGirl Clean Liquid Foundation or Pressed Powder - $4.99 each
Buy 1 Palmolive - $.96
Buy 4 Hershey's Chocolates - $10.00
Use $1.00 off CoverGirl coupon from 10/11 or 11/29 P&G insert
Use Buy 3 - Get 1 FREE Hershey's coupon from 12/6 SmartSource insert
Use $11.99 ECBs from Transaction #2
Out-of-Pocket: $.46 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $1 (CoverGirl)

Merchandise Total Value: $55.41
Total Out-of-Pocket: $8.94 plus tax
Savings: $46.47 (84%)
ECBs Left: $1.00

For more great CVS scenarios and deal ideas, stop by these sites:
:: The $5 CVS Challenge sponsored by Kingdom First Mom
:: The Grocery Gathering sponsored by Be CentsAble
:: Deal Seeking Mom
:: Money Saving Mom
:: Saving Your Cents

CVS: Saved 82%

Emma and I headed out to CVS today so that I could use the $5 off coupon I received in my email inbox. It was expiring today, and I didn't want to miss the Huggies deal. Here's what we got. You can click the picture to enlarge it.

Merchandise Value: $46.48
ECBs Spent: $15.00
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $8.48 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $13.99
Savings: $38.00 (82%)

What I Bought:
3 Huggies GoodNites - $28.49
1 Complete Contact Solution - $8.99
6 Starbucks Frappuccinos - $9.00

Coupons Used:
-$5.00 off any $30.00 purchase CVS coupon (emailed to me)
-$5.00 off 2 GoodNites printable coupon HERE
-$2.00 off 1 GoodNites coupon from 11/15 SmartSource insert
-$2.00 off 1 GoodNites coupon from previous CVS receipt
-$2.00 off 1 GoodNites coupon from CVS flu shot booklet
-$1.00 off Complete coupon from 10/25 RedPlum insert
-$1.00 off x 6 (some from a friend) Starbucks printable coupons HERE
-$15.00 ECBs from previous weeks

Out-of-Pocket Cost: $8.48 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $13.99 ($8.99 Complete, $5.00 Huggies)
Savings: $38.00 (82%)

While it looks like I'm a Starbucks junkie, I actually don't even drink coffee. But I thought that these might make nice little additions for Christmas gifts. Or maybe I'll just give them to my mom to enjoy!

CVS Trip - Using the Deals to Save on What We Need

My husband asked me to try to get him some Thermacare heatwraps, and I saw that they were generating ECBs at CVS this week. They weren't on a great sale... They were just generating ECBs. I still had my $5 off $30 coupon from taking the Medicare Part D quiz (info HERE), and I had a free product coupon. I also had some CVS coupons from previous receipts that matched up perfectly with this week's sale items. I thought that I might be able to use what was on sale, my $5 coupon, my CVS coupons, and my free product coupon to get a better deal on the heatwraps. And I was right! Here's what we got. (Click the photo to enlarge it.)

Merchandise Value: $33.51
ECBs Spent: $9.99
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $1.03 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $10.00
Savings: $32.48 (97%)

What I Bought:
1 Draino - $6.49
1 Mt. Dew 12-pack - $2.50
2 Thermacare wraps - $13.49
2 Tone Mango Splash bar soap 2-packs - $1.79 each
4 Kleenex - $.99 each
1 Scope Outlast - $3.49

Coupons Used:
$5 off $30 CVS coupon
$4 ECBs when you spend $20 from Holiday Savings Book
$2.00 off Thermacare coupon from 9/27 RedPlum insert
$1.00 off Thermacare coupon from 11/15 RedPlum insert
$2.50 off any $10 pain remedy purchase coupon from previous CVS receipt
$1.00 off x 2 Tone soap printable coupon HERE
$.50 off 3 Kleenex coupon from 11/1 SmartSource insert
Hmmm... Can someone tell me why I bought 4 instead of 3? OOPS!
$1.00 off Kleenex CVS coupon from flu shot coupon booklet
$1.00 off Scope coupon from 11/1 P&G insert
$1.00 off any mouthwash coupon from previous CVS receipt
$6.49 off Draino - Free product coupon I received from emailing Draino about how well their products work!
$9.99 ECBs from previous weeks

Out-of-Pocket Cost: $1.03 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $10.00
($4 Holiday Booklet, $4 Thermacare, $2 Scope)
Savings: Savings: $32.48 (97%)

I could have dropped my out-of-pocket total to $.04 had I not picked up the extra pack of Kleenex. My coupon was for 3 boxes, and I grabbed 4. Oh well... We'll use them!

The best part of this trip was that I was able to get my husband the heatwraps for pennies instead of paying $6.99 for them. I also got back as many ECBs as I spent. And Emma was incredibly well-behaved, even helping me push the cart through the store!

CVS Deals - Week of 11/15

There are a few good CVS deals this week. Here are the best ones that I see. I've also included an inexpensive scenarios at the end. Remember to use the $5 off $30 printable coupon HERE or the $5 off $20 printable coupon HERE to make the deals even better.

Note: If you're new to CVS shopping, be sure to read my post HERE before you begin.

ECB Deals
Candy - Buy $15 - Get $5 ECBs (limit 1)

Theater Box Candy - $1.00 each

Turtles 2-pack - $5.99 each

Trident Layers Gum - $1.00 each
Use $.75 off printable coupon HERE

Hellmann's, Lipton, Ragu, Skippy - Buy $10 - Get $3 ECBs (limit 1)

Hellmann's Mayonaise - 2 for $6.00
Use $.60 off Hellmann's coupon from 11/15 RedPlum insert

Lipton Green or Original Tea Bags - 2 for $6.00
Use $.60 off Lipton coupon from 11/15 RedPlum insert

Skippy Peanut Butter - 3 for $5.00
Use $.60 off coupon from 11/15 RedPlum insert

Ragu Sauce - 3 for $5.00
Use $1.25 off 3 coupon from 11/15 RedPlum insert

Final Price: as low as $.75 each

Glade - Buy $12 - Get $4 ECBs (limit 1)

Sense & Spray or Lasting Impressions - $6.00 each
Use $4.00 off S&S coupon from 10/18 SmartSource insert
Use $4.00 off S&S printable coupon HERE
Use $3.00 off Lasting Impressions coupon from 10/18 SmartSource insert

Essential Oils Candles (4 oz), Scented Oil Candle Refills or Holder - 2 for $6
Use $1.50 off 2 candles coupon from 11/1 SmartSource insert
Use Buy Refill - Get Holder FREE coupon from 11/1 SmartSource insert

Sense & Spray Refill or PlugIns Refill - 2 for $6
Use $1.00 off S&S Refill coupon from 10/18 SmartSource insert
Use $1.00 off 2 PlugIns Refill coupon from 11/1 SmartSource insert

Engergizer Batteries - Buy $15 - Get $5 ECBs (limit 1)
Use $1.00 off printable coupon HERE
Use $.50 off coupon from 10/4 SmartSource insert

CoverGirl - Buy Simply Ageless Blush & Foundation - Get $10 ECBs
SimplyAgeless Blush - $10 each
Simply Ageless Foundation - $13 each
Use Buy Foundation - Get Face Product FREE coupon from 11/1 P&G insert
AND Use $1.00 off any CoverGirl coupon from 11/1 P&G insert
Note: You're buying 2 items and can use 2 coupons.
ECBs Earned: $10 (limit 1)
Final Price: $1.00 each

Revlon - Buy $15 - Get $7 ECBs (limit 1)
This deal is for cosmetics or beauty tools.
Use $1.00 off cosmetic coupon from 10/11 SmartSource insert (expires 11/15)
Use $1.00 off tool coupon from 10/18 SmartSource insert

Suave Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Styler - 3 for $6
Use $1.00 off 2 body wash coupon from 10/25 RedPlum insert
Use $1.00 off 2 for men coupon from 10/25 RedPlum insert
Use $1.00 off 2 shampoo/conditioner coupon from 10/25 RedPlum insert
Use $.50 off 1 body wash coupon from 9/13 or 10/25 RedPlum insert
Use Buy 2 - Get 1 FREE coupon from 10/25 RedPlum insert
ECBs Earned: $2.00 when you buy 3 (limit 1)
Final Price: as low as $.33 each

Right Guard Sport Xtreme or Dry Idea Deodorant - $2.99 each
ECBs Earned: $1.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: $1.99 each

Nexxus - Buy $20 - Get $10 ECBs

Scope Outlast or Crest with Scope Outlast - $3.49 each
Use $1.00 off Scope coupon from 11/1 P&G insert
Use $1.00 off Crest with Scope coupon from 11/1 P&G insert
ECBs Earned: $2.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: $.49 each

ThermaCare Heatwraps - 2 for $13.98
Use $2.00 off coupon from 9/27 RedPlum insert
Use $1.00 off coupon from 11/15 RedPlum insert
Use $3.00 off printable coupon HERE
ECBs Earned: $4.00 when you buy 2 (limit 1)
Final Price: as low as $2.49 each

Cold & Flu Remedies - Buy $20 - Get $10 ECBs

Nyquil/Dayquil + Vitamin C (10 ct.) - $5 each
Use 1.50 off coupon from 11/1 P&G insert
Use $1.00 off coupon from 10/11 P&G insert

Theraflu Warming Syrup or Packets - $6 each
Use $2.00 off coupon from 10/18 SmartSource insert
Use $3.00 off 2 coupon from 10/18 SmartSource insert
Use $2.00 off printable coupon HERE

Mucinex - $12 each
Use $1.00 off coupon from 10/11 SmartSource insert

Nyquil/Dayquil Value pack - $10 each
Use 1.50 off coupon from 11/1 P&G insert
Use $1.00 off coupon from 10/11 P&G insert

Adult Robitussin Night Time - $5 each
Use $1.00 off coupon from 9/27 RedPlum insert
Use $2.00 off printable coupon HERE

Vicks 44 Custom Care - $6 each
Use $1.00 off coupon from 11/1 P&G insert

Boiron - $9 each

All General Mills Cereals or Cereal Bars - 2 for $6.00
Use $.55 off Cheerios (original only) printable coupon HERE
Use $.75 off Multigrain Cheerios printable coupon HERE
Use $.75 off Kix printable coupon HERE
Use $1.00 off 2 Cheerios coupon from 11/1 SmartSource insert
Use $.40 off Fiber One Chewy Bars coupon from 10/4 SmartSource insert
ECBs Earned: $2.00 when you buy 2 (limit 1)
Final Price: as low as $1.25 each


Other Weekly Deals
Kleenex Tissues - $.99 each (limit 5)
Use $1.00 off 4 coupon from 10/4 or 11/1 SmartSource inserts
Use $.50 off 3 coupon from 9/13 SmartSource insert
Stack with $1.00 off CVS coupon from Flu Shot booklet
Final Price: as low as $.49 each

Pepsi Product 12 -packs - 4 for $10 (limit 4)

Tone Bar Soap 2-pack - $1.79 each
Use $1.00 off printable coupon HERE
Final Price: $.79 each


Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE Deals
Not all of the prices are listed on these products. Just remember that the CVS corporate coupon policy states that you can use two coupons on when you do a buy 1 - get 1 FREE deal. That should make these deals even better!

Colgate Total or Cavity, Baking Soda & Peroxide, or Wave Toothbrush - B1G1
Use 2 $1.00 off coupons from 11/8 SmartSource insert
Use 2 $1.50 off coupons from March All You Magazine

Wisk Detergent
Use 2 $1.00 off coupons from 11/15 RedPlum insert
Use 2 $1.50 off printable coupons HERE (32 load only)

Gift Wrap - Buy 1 for $2.99 - Get 1 FREE

Osteo Bi-Flex
Use 2 $7.00 off coupon from 11/8 RedPlum insert

Campbell's/Swanson Soup or Chicken Broth (limit 4)
Use $1.00 off 2 Campbell's cooking soups printable coupon HERE (HERE for Firefox)

Possible Scenario

Transaction #1
Buy 2 Glade Sense & Spray Starter Kits - $12.00
Use 2 $4.00 off coupons from 10/18 SmartSource insert or HERE
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $4.00 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $4.00

Transaction #2
Buy 3 Suave Body Washes - $6.00
Buy 4 Kleenex - $3.96
Use $1.00 off 2 body wash coupon from 10/25 RedPlum insert
Use Buy 2 - Get 1 FREE Suave coupon from 10/25 RedPlum insert
Use $1.00 off 4 Kleenex coupon from 10/4 or 11/1 SmartSource inserts
Use $1.00 off Kleenex coupon from CVS Flu Shot booklet
Use $4.00 ECBs from Transaction #1
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $.96 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $2.00 (Suave)

Transaction #3
Buy 2 Tone Soap 2-packs - $3.58
Buy 1 Trident Layers Gum - $1.00
Use 2 $1.00 off Tone printable coupons HERE
Use $.75 off Trident printable coupon HERE
Use $2.00 ECBs from Transaction #2 (adjusted down $.17)
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $0 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $0

Total Merchandise Value: $26.54
Total Out-of-Pocket Cost: $4.96 plus tax
Savings: $21.58 (81%)

For more great CVS scenarios and deal ideas, stop by these sites:
:: The $5 CVS Challenge sponsored by Kingdom First Mom
:: The Grocery Gathering sponsored by Be CentsAble
:: Deal Seeking Mom
:: Money Saving Mom
:: Saving Your Cents

CVS Deals - Week of 11/8

It looks like the CVS deals are pretty good this week. Here are the best deals that I see. I've also included an three scenarios at the end. Remember to use the $5 off $30 printable coupon HERE or the $5 off $20 printable coupon HERE to make the deals even better.

Note: If you're new to CVS shopping, be sure to read my post HERE before you begin.

ECB Deals

All 2x Ultra Laundry Detergent (64 loads) - $9.99 each
Use $1.00 off coupon from 10/4 RedPlum insert
ECBs Earned: $2.00 (limit 2)
Final Price: $6.99 each

Rimmel Mascara - $6.99 each
Use $1.00 off coupon from 9/13 RedPlum insert
Use $2.00 off coupon from November All You Magazine
ECBs Earned: $4.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: as low as $.99 each

Clairol Natural Insticts Hair Color - $6.99 each
Use $2.00 off coupon from 10/11 P&G insert
ECBs Earned: $3.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: $1.99 each

Colgate MaxWhite, MaxFresh Toothpaste or Toothbrush - 2 for $5.50
Use 2 $.75 off coupons from 11/8 SmartSource insert
Use 2 $1.00 off coupons from 10/25 SmartSource insert
ECBs Earned: $1.00 when you buy 2
Final Price: as low as $1.25 each

EARinse - $7.99 each
ECBs Earned: $7.99 (limit 1)
Final Price: FREE

Nova Max Blood Glucose Monitor - $9.99 each
ECBs Earned: $9.99 (limit 1)
Final Price: FREE

Children's Cold & Allergy Remedies - Buy $20 - Get $10 ECBs
The medicines listed in the ad include the following:

Children's Benadryl - $5.00 each
Use $1.00 off coupon from 8/23 RedPlum insert

Children's Zyrtec - $12.00 each
Use $2.00 off printable coupon HERE

Children's Claritin - $10.00 each
Use $2.00 off printable coupon HERE

Children's Robitussin - $6.00 each
Use $1.00 off coupon from 9/27 RedPlum insert
Use $2.00 off printable coupon HERE

Children's Mucinex - $8.00 each
Use $1.00 off coupon from 10/11 SmartSource insert

Delsym - $9.00 each

Triaminic or Triaminic-D - $6.00 each
Use $1.50 off printable coupon HERE
Use $1.50 off coupon from 10/18 SmartSource insert
Use $3.00 off 2 coupon from 10/18 SmartSource insert

Children's Sudafed/PediaCare/Tylenol Plus - $6.00 each
Use $1.00 off Sudafed coupon from 12/7/08 RedPlum insert
Use $1.00 off Tylenol Plus coupon from 9/13 RedPlum insert

Boiron - $12.00 each

Little Colds or Little Noses - $4.50 each

Dimetapp - $6.00 each
Use $2.00 off printable coupon HERE

Nature's Way Umcka - $8.00 each
Use $2.00 off coupon from 11/1 SmartSource insert

NeilMed NasaDrops - $10.00 each

John Frieda Root Awakening - $5.00 each
Use $5.00 off 2 coupon from 10/11 SmartSource insert
ECBs Earned: $5 when you buy $10
Final Price: FREE

Crest Pro-Health, With Scope, Vivid White, or Sensitivity - 2 for $6.98
Use 2 $.75 off coupons from 11/1 P&G insert
ECBs Earned: $4.00 when you buy 2 (limit 1)
Final Price: $.74 each


Other Weekly Deals

L'Oreal Foundation, Powder, Blush, Concealer, Mascara - Buy 1 - Get 1 50% Off
Prices start at $3.99
Use 2 $2.00 off coupons from 10/18 or 11/1 RedPlum insert
Final Price: as low as FREE

Garnier Nutrisse Hair Color - $4.99 each
Use $2.00 off coupon from 11/8 RedPlum insert
Final Price: $2.99 each

Osteo Bi-Flex - Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE
Use 2 $7.00 off coupons from 11/8 RedPlum insert
Final Price: around $6 each

Possible Scenarios

Scenario #1 - Children's Cold Medicines
What to Buy:
1 Children's Benadryl - $5.00
1 Robitussin - $6.00
1 Triaminic - $6.00
1 Dimetapp - $6.00

Coupons to Use:
-$5 off a $20 purchase printable CVS coupon HERE
-$1.00 off Benadryl coupon from 8/23 RedPlum insert
-$2.00 off Robitussin printable coupon HERE
-$1.50 off Triaminic printable coupon HERE
-$2.00 off Dimetapp printable coupon HERE

Out-of-Pocket Cost: $11.50
ECBs Earned: $10.00
Final Cost: $1.50 or $.38 each
Even if you've already used your $5 off coupon, you can still do this deal and get the meds for $1.63 each!


Scenario #2 - $5 Out-of-Pocket
Transaction #1
Buy 2 John Frieda Root Awakening Products - $5.00
Use $5.00 off 2 John Frieda coupon from 10/11 SmartSource insert
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $5.00 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $5.00
Note: This deal is not advertised in the weekly ad. Instead it is found in the holiday savings booklet that you can find in your CVS store. You might want to pick one up in case the ECBs don't automatically print!

Transaction #2
Buy 1 Rimmel Mascara - $6.99
Use $2.00 off coupon from November All You Magazine
Use $5.00 ECBs from Transaction #1
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $0 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $4.00

Transaction #3
Buy 2 Colgate MaxWhite, MaxFresh Toothpaste or Toothbrush - $5.50
Buy a $.50 filler item (candy bar, etc.)
Use 2 $1.00 off Colgate coupons from 10/25 SmartSource insert
Use $4.00 ECBs from Transaction #2
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $0 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $1.00

Total Merchandise Value: $22.49
Out-of-Pocket Total: $5.00 plus tax
Savings: $17.49 (78%)
ECBs for Next Week: $1.00


Scenario #3 - $10 Out-of-Pocket
Transaction #1
Buy 2 John Frieda Root Awakening Products - $5.00
Buy 1 Rimmel Mascara - $6.99
Use $5.00 off 2 John Frieda coupon from 10/11 SmartSource insert
Use $2.00 off coupon from November All You Magazine
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $9.99 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $9.00 ($5 John Frieda, $4 Rimmel)

Transaction #2
Buy 2 Colgate MaxWhite, MaxFresh Toothpaste or Toothbrush - $5.50
Buy 2 Crest Toothpastes - $6.98
Use 2 $1.00 off Colgate coupons from 10/25 SmartSource insert
Use 2 $.75 off coupons from 11/1 P&G insert
Use $9.00 ECBs from Transaction #1
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $0 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $5.00 ($1 Colgate, $4 Crest)

Transaction #3
Buy 1 Clairol Natural Instincts Hair Color - $6.99
Use $2.00 off coupon from 10/11 P&G insert
Use $5.00 ECBs from Transaction #2
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $0 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $3.00

Total Merchandise Value: $36.46
Total Out-of-Pocket Cost: $9.99 plus tax
Savings: $26.47 (73%)
ECBs for Next Week: $3.00

For more great CVS scenarios and deal ideas, stop by these sites:
:: The $5 CVS Challenge sponsored by Kingdom First Mom
:: The Grocery Gathering sponsored by Be CentsAble
:: Deal Seeking Mom
:: Money Saving Mom
:: Saving Your Cents

CVS Deals - Week of 10/18

The deals look a little better at CVS this week! Here are the best deals that I see, including one money-maker that might make a nice Christmas gift. I've also included a possible scenario at the end.

Remember to use one of the $5 off $25 printable CVS coupons that I mentioned HERE to sweeten these deals. (I don't know how much longer these coupons will be available, so print soon!)

Note: If you're new to CVS shopping, be sure to read my post HERE before you begin.

ECB Deals:

Glade Fragrance collection Scented Reed Diffuser or Soy Candle - $6.99 each
Use $2.00 off printable coupon HERE (Register & print)
ECBs Earned: $6.99 (limit 1)
Final Price: FREE plus $2.00 moneymaker

Coke or Dasani 12-packs - 4 for $13.00
ECBs Earned: $3.00 when you buy 4 (limit 1)
Final Price: $2.50 each when you buy 4

Revlon Cosmetics - Buy $15 - Get $7 ECBs (limit 1)
Use $1.00 off coupon from 10/11 SmartSource insert (Use multiple coupons)
Final Price: varies

CoverGirl Lash Blast Mascara - $8.99 each
Use $1.00 off coupon from 9/27 or 10/11 P&G insert
ECBs Earned: 2.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: $5.99 each

Clairol Hydrience Hair Color - $6.99 each
ECBs Earned: $2.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: $4.99 each

Nexxus Hair Care of Hairbrushes - Buy $20 - Get $10 ECBs
Prices start at $3.99 each
Final Price: varies

Scope Outlast (2-pack) - $6.99 each
Use $1.00 off coupon from 10/11 P&G insert
ECBs Earned: $1.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: $4.99 (for 2!)

Advil/Dimetapp/Robitussin/ChapStick/Centrum Ultra ECB Deal
Buy $20 - Get $10 ECBs
Dimetapp/Robitussin - $5.50 each
Use $2.00 off Dimetapp printable coupon HERE
Use $1.00 off Robitussin coupon from 9/27 Red Plum insert
Use $2.00 off Robitussin printable coupon HERE

Advil - $4.50 each
Use $1.00 off coupon from 8/23 Red Plum insert

Centrum Ultra (100-count) - $10.00 each
Use $1.00 off coupon from 8/2 Red Plum insert

Deal Idea:
Buy 2 Dimetapp and 2 Robitussin - $22.00
Use 2 Robitussin $2.00 coupons
Use 2 Dimetapp $2.00 coupons
Out-of-Pocket: $14.00
ECBs Earned: $10.00
Final Cost: $1.00 each

General Mills Cereals or Cereal Bars - 2 for $6.00
Use $.55 off Honey Nut Cheerios printable coupon HERE
Use $.40 off FiberOne Bars printable coupon HERE
Use $1.00 off 2 Big G cereals printable coupon HERE
Use $1.00 off 2 coupon from 9/27 SmartSource insert
ECBs Earned: $2.00 when you buy 2
Final Price: as low as $1.45 each


Non-ECB Deals:

Progresso Soups - Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE ($2.99 - $3.19) - (limit 6)
Use $.50 off 2 coupon from 10/4 Smartsource insert
Final Price: $1.25 each

Sobe Lifewater - Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE ($1.59) - (Limit 4)
Use $.25 off printable coupon HERE (Use 2 coupons)
Final Price: $.55 each

Hershey's/Mars 8-pack Candy Bars - $1.00 each (limit 4)
Use $.55 off coupon from 8/23 SmartSource insert
Final Price: $.45 each

Hershey's Snack Size/Mars or Nestle Fun Size Candy - $2.50 each (limit 6)
Use $1.00 off 3 Hershey's/Reese's/Kit Kat coupon from 9/27 SmartSource insert
Use $1.00 off 2 Mars coupon from 10/11 Red Plum insert
Final Price: as low as $2.00 each

Colgate Total Toothpaste (select) - Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE (limit 4)
Use $1.00 off coupon from 9/27 or 10/11 SmartSource insert (Use 2 coupons)
Final Price: unknown (should be around $1 each)

Trident Layers Gum - $.99 each
Use $.75 off printable coupon HERE
Final Price: $.24 each

Simply Asia Entrees - $1.25 each
Use $1.00 off 2 coupon from 8/30 Red Plum insert
Final Price: $.75 each

Glade Sense & Spray - $5.00 each
Use $4.00 off printable coupon HERE (Register & print)
Final Price: $1.00 each

Clorox Wipes - $2.50 each
Use $1.00 off 2 coupon from 10/4 Red Plum insert
Final Price: $2.00 each

L'Oreal EverPure Shampoo/Conditioner - $5.99 each
Use $2.00 off coupon from 8/2 or 9/27 SmartSource insert
Final Price: $3.99 each

L'Oreal Vive Studio or Vive Pro - $2.99 each
Use $1.00 off coupon from 8/9 SmartSource insert
Final Price: $1.99 each

Dove Bar Soap (2-pack) - $2.50 each
Use $1.00 off coupon from 10/4 Red Plum insert
Final Price: $1.50 each

Theraflu - $5.99 each
Use $2.00 off printable coupon HERE
Final Price: $3.99 each

Triaminic - $5.99 each
Use $1.50 off printable coupon HERE
Final Price: $4.49 each

Puffs Tissues - $1.00 each (limit 4)
Use $.25 off 3 coupon from 9/27 P&G insert
Final Price: $.92 each when you buy 3

CVS Brand Flu Season Items including:
Stomach Relief - $2.99 each
Daytime or Nighttime Cold/Flu/Sinus Relief - $2.99 each
Hand Sanitizer - $1.50 each
Saline Nasal Spray - $2.99 each
Cough Drops - $.99 each
Disinfectant Spray - $2.99 each

Possible Scenario

Transaction #1
What to Buy:
1 Glade Fragrance collection Soy Candle - $6.99

Coupons to Use:
-$2.00 off Glade printable coupon HERE

Out-of-Pocket: $4.99 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $6.99

Transaction #2
What to Buy:
2 Honey Nut Cheerios - $6.00 ($3.00 each)
2 Glade Sense & Spray Air Fresheners - $10.00 ($5.00 each)

Coupons to Use:
-$.55 off x 2 Honey Nut Cheerios printable coupon HERE
-$4.00 off x 2 Glade printable coupon HERE
-$6.99 ECBs from Transaction #1 (adjusted down to $6.90)

Out-of-Pocket: $0 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $2.00 (Cheerios)

Transaction #3
What to Buy:
2 Trident Layers Gum - $1.98 ($.99 each)
1 Dove Soap 2-pack - $2.50

Coupons to Use:
-$.75 off x 2 Trident printable coupon HERE
-$1.00 off Dove coupon from 10/4 Red Plum insert
-$2.00 ECBs from Transaction #2 (adjusted down to $1.98)

Out-of-Pocket: $0 plus tax

Total Merchandise Value: $27.47
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $4.99 plus tax
Savings: $22.48 (82%)

For more great CVS scenarios and deal ideas, stop by these sites:
:: The $5 CVS Challenge sponsored by Kingdom First Mom
:: The Grocery Gathering sponsored by Be CentsAble
:: Deal Seeking Mom
:: Money Saving Mom

CVS Trip - Combining Deals from Two Weeks = BIG Savings!

I stopped at CVS tonight specifically to snag a combination of deals from the current week (ending 10/10) and next week (10/11-10/17). Saturday night shopping allows you to take advantage of sales from both weeks. Note: The only exception is if you want the 3-Day Sale items. You can get the pricing, but you can't get the ECBs until the actual week of the sale.

I did two transactions and got all of this for $.76 plus tax out-of-pocket. I made good use of a raincheck and some free product coupons, which I'll explain after I break down how I did the deals. Also note that my CVS store allows me to use the coupons I get from CVS via email more than once. I used two copies of the $4 off $20 coupon that came this week, one for each transaction. I don't know if that happens everywhere or not, so check with your store manager before you try it.

Merchandise Value: $41.70
Extra Care Bucks Used: $10.00
Extra Care Bucks Earned: $6.00
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $.76 plus tax
Savings: $40.94 (98%)
Beginning to restock my medicine cabinet BEFORE we're sick....
PRICELESS!

I did this in two transactions. Here's how they worked.

Transaction #1
What I Bought:
4 Brach's Candy Corn/Pumpkins - $.44 each ($1.76)
2 Kashi TLC Granola Bars - $3.00 each ($6.00)
2 Febreze Noticeables Starter Kits - $6.50 each ($13.00)
The Noticeables were purchased using a raincheck I'd been carrying around for quite a while.

Coupons Used:
-$4.00 off a $20.00 purchase I received via email from CVS
-$1.00 off x 2 Kashi TLC coupons found in the produce section of Kroger
-$4.00 off x 2 Febreze coupons from 9/27 P&G insert
-$6.00 ECBs

Out-of-Pocket: $.76 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $5.00 (Febreze - from raincheck deal)

Transaction #2
What I Bought:
2 Tums - $3.99 each ($7.98)
1 NyQuil - $4.49
1 20 oz. Coke Zero - $1.59
1 CVS Brand Mouthwash - $2.29
1 Dial Antioxidant Body Wash - $3.99

Coupons Used:
-$4.00 off $20.00 purchase I received via email from CVS
-$1.00 off 2 Tums coupon from 8/30 Red Plum insert
-$2.00 off Tums CVS coupon from CVS flu shot booklet
-$2.00 off Tums CVS coupon from the bottom of previous receipt
-$1.00 off NyQuil coupon from 9/27 P&G insert
-$.50 off NyQuil CVS coupon from CVS flu shot booklet
-$1.59 off Coke Zero coupon from My Coke Rewards
-$2.29 off mouthwash CVS coupon from the bottom of previous receipt
-$1.00 off Dial printable coupon HERE
-$1.00 off Dial CVS coupon from CVS flu shot booklet
-$4.00 ECBs

Out-of-Pocket: $.00 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $1.00 (Dial bodywash)

First, for those of you who are new to CVS shopping, CVS allows you to use one manufacturer's coupon and one CVS store coupon per item.

I did spend more ECBs than I earned, but I got some things that we need and some things to include in Christmas gifts (Febreze, body wash). Notice that my totals would not have reached the $20 mark without the raincheck (Transaction #1) or the free product coupons (Transaction #2). Without $20 in merchandise I wouldn't have been able to use the $4 off coupons. You can read more about making the most of free product coupons in my post HERE.

I highly recommend stocking up on cold and flu products over the next few weeks while they're on sale. You can read about how I had to pay full price for my daughter's medicine this week HERE. I was not a happy shopper! But I did learn my lesson. The NyQuil in this purchase is for my husband. (I can't stomach the stuff!) He's not sick right now, but I'm guessing that he might be at some time this winter. Now I'm prepared, I didn't pay full price, and we won't be making a special trip (15 miles away) if he needs NyQuil.

You can see all of this week's best CVS deals HERE. Let me know if you find anything else that's a great deal!

CVS Deals - Week of 10/11

Here are the best deals that I see at CVS this week. I don't see many Extra Care Bucks deals, but there are a few items on pretty decent sales. I've also included a possible scenario at the end. Remember to use one of the $5 off $25 printable CVS coupons that I mentioned HERE to sweeten these deals.

Note: If you're new to CVS shopping, be sure to read my post HERE before you begin.

Three-Day Sale (Sunday - Tuesday Only)

Brach's Candy Corn or Autumn Mix - 2 for $.88 (limit 4)


Week-Long Deals

Mars Fun Size Candy Bags - Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE (limit 4) ($3.50 - $4.49)
Use $1.00 off 2 coupon from 9/27 Red Plum insert
Final Price: as low as $1.25 each

Purex Ultra Concentrate Detergent - Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE (limit 4) ($5.99 - $7.69 each)
Use $1.00 off 2 coupon from 10/4 SmartSource insert
Use $.35 off 1 coupon from 10/4 SmartSource insert (Use 2 coupons)
Final Price: as low as $2.50 each

CVS Brand Batteries - Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE (limit 4)

Halloween Candy - Buy $20-worth and get $5 ECBs (limit 1)
The Mars Fun Size Candy mentioned above will get you started on this deal.

Kashi GoLean Crunch, Autumn Wheat, Heart-to-Heart, TLC Bars - $3.00 each
Use $1.50 off 1 printable coupon HERE (Must be a first-time site member)
Final Price: $1.50 each

Energizer Batteries - $5.99 - $8.00 each
Use $1.00 off printable coupon HERE
Use $1.00 off coupon from 10/4 SmartSource insert
ECBs Earned: $5.00 when you spend $15.00
Final Price: varies

Photo Frames or Albums (prices start at $6.99)
ECBs Earned: $7.00 when you buy 2
Final Price: as low as $3.50 each

All Detergent - $5.99 each
Use $1.00 off printable coupon HERE
Use $1.00 off 32+ loads coupon from 10/4 Red Plum insert
Final Price: $4.99 each

Almay Foundation, Powder, Blush, Concealer - Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE ($5.23 - $14.99)
Use $1.00 off coupon from 8/2 or 9/13 SmartSource insert (Use 2 coupons)
Final Price: as low as $1.62 each

Sally Hansen Nail Color - Buy 1 - Get 1 50% off ($.99 - $10.99)
Use $1.00 off 2 coupon from 9/13 Red Plum insert
Stack with $1.00 off coupon from CVS Flu Shot Coupon Booklet
You can get this booklet from the pharmacy.
Final Price: as low as FREE

Garnier Nutrisse Hair Color - $4.99 each
Use $2.00 off coupon from 9/13 SmartSource insert (expires 10/15)
Final Price: $2.99 each

Tums - $3.99 each
Use $2.00 off coupon from CVS Flu Shot Coupon Booklet
Stack with $1.00 off 2 coupon from 8/30 Red Plum insert
Final Price: $2.49 each when you buy 2

Quilted Northern Bath Tissue or Brawny - $6.99 each
ECBs Earned: $1.00 (limit 3)
Final Price: $5.99 each

Keebler/Nabisco Cookies/Crackers (4-8 oz.) - $1.00 each (limit 5)
Use the $1.00 off 2 coupons from the Nabisco calendar home mailer
Final Price: $.50 each

Nestle or Hershey's 8-pack candy bars (select) - $1.00 each

CVS is also running sales on many cold/flu medicines. Now is the time to stock up... before you need them!

Possible Scenario

What to Buy
1 Nestle or Hershey's 9-pack candy bars - $1.00
1 Garnier Hair Color - $4.99
2 Purex Detergents - $5.99 (worth $11.98)
2 Photo frames/albums - $6.99 each ($13.98)

Coupons to Use
-$5.00 off any $25.00 purchase (Find out how to get one HERE)
-$2.00 off Garnier coupon from 9/13 SmartSource insert (expires 10/15)
-$1.00 off 2 Purex coupon from 10/4 SmartSource insert

Merchandise Value: $31.95
Out-of-Pocket: $17.96
ECBs Earned: $7.00 (photo frames/albums)
Net Cost: $10.96
Savings: $20.99 (66%)

For more great CVS scenarios and deal ideas, stop by these sites:
:: The $5 CVS Challenge sponsored by Kingdom First Mom
:: The Grocery Gathering sponsored by Be CentsAble
:: Deal Seeking Mom
:: Money Saving Mom

My CVS Trip Today

I made a quick lunchtime run to the CVS store near my office, and they had everything I wanted still in stock! I'm learning to go toward the beginning of the week, because they seem to be sold out by Thursday or Friday. Rainchecks are okay, but I don't always remember to use them.

Here's what I got today.

Merchandise Total Value: $29.82
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $1.84
Extra Care Bucks Spent: $5.00
Extra Care Bucks Earned: $9.00
Savings: $27.98 (94%)

What I Bought:
1 2-pack Tone Mango Splash Bar Soap - $1.88
2 Revlon Nail Colors - $3.99 each
1 Huggies GoodNites Pull-Ups - $8.99
1 Colgate Total - $2.99
1 Viologie Shampoo - $3.99
1 Viologie Conditioner - $3.99

-$3.99 - Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE Viologie sale at CVS this week

Coupons Used:
-$5.00 off any $25.00 purchase coupon from watching CVS flu shot video (HERE)
-$1.00 Tone printable coupon HERE
-$1.00 off x 2 Revlon coupon from 9/13 SmartSource insert
-$3.00 off Revlon coupon from previous CVS receipt
-$2.00 off Huggies GoodNites coupon from previous CVS receipt
-$1.00 off Huggies GoodNites printable coupon HERE
Note: You can stack a manufacturer's coupon with a CVS coupon.
-$1.00 off Colgate Total coupon from 9/27 SmartSource insert
-$3.99 - Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE Viologie coupon from previous CVS receipt
Note: If you pair a Buy 1 - Get 1 coupon with a Buy 1 - Get 1 sale, both items are FREE.
-$5.00 Extra Care Bucks from last week

Out-of-Pocket Cost: $1.84 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $9.00 ($1 Tone, $6 Revlon, $2 Colgate)
Savings: $27.98 (94%)

See my list of CVS deals available this week HERE.

CVS: 4 Tide, 1 Dawn, 1 Almay for $2.24

Merchandise Value: $30.99
ECBs Used: $20.50
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $2.24 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $13.00

Savings: $ 28.75 (93%)

I stopped by CVS today because we're going to be needing laundry detergent SOON. I saw a similar version of this deal posted on Mom's Need to Know, and I thought I'd give it a try. Here's how it worked for me.

What I Bought:
4 Tide Detergents - $24.00 ($6.00 each)
1 Dawn Dish Soap - $1.00
1 Almay Mascara (my favorite!) - $5.99

Coupons Used:
$5.00 off a $25.00 purchase coupon I got via email from CVS
You could also use the $5 off $25 from watching the flu shot videos
2 $1.00 off Tide coupons from the 9/27 P&G insert
1 $.25 off Dawn coupon from the 9/27 P&G insert
1 $1.00 off Almay coupon from the 8/2 SmartSource insert
$20.50 ECBs from last week and last quarter (printed online last night)

Out-of-Pocket Cost: $2.24 plus tax

I didn't realize that the Tide Total Care was included in the sale, or I would have brought along the 2 $1 off coupons I have for that from a home mailer. I could have spent just $.24 out-of-pocket! That's what I get for leaving my coupon binder in the car and not wanting to take the time to go and get it!

ECBs Earned: $13.00 ($10 Tide/Dawn - $3 Almay)

CVS Trip: Hurry if You Want to Do This One

Merchandise Value: $31.56
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $.48 plus tax
Used $12 ECBs - Earned $12 ECBs
Savings: $31.08 (98%)

What I Bought:
2 CoverGirl Advanced Radiance Foundation - $10.99 each
1 20 oz. Sprite - $1.59
1 Vaseline Sheer Infusion Lotion - $7.99

Coupons Used:
$5 off $25 Flu Shot Quiz coupon (See all 3 links HERE)
$1.50 0ff Vaseline printable coupon (No longer available)
Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE CoverGirl coupon from 8/30 P&G insert
FREE Sprite coupon from My Coke Rewards
$12.00 ECBs from last week

Out-of-Pocket: $.48 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $12.00

The lotion doesn't give ECBs after today, and the CoverGirl coupon expires tomorrow. So, if you have the coupons and want to do this deal, you'll have to get to CVS today.

CVS Deals - Week of 9/27

Here are the best deals that I see at CVS this week. I've also included a possible scenario at the end.

Note: If you're new to CVS shopping, be sure to read my post HERE before you begin.

3 Day Sale (Sunday - Tuesday only)
Vaseline Sheer Infusion Body Lotion - $7.99 each
Use $1.50 off printable coupon HERE or HERE (Firefox)
ECBs Earned: $7.00
Final Price: FREE plus $.51 moneymaker

Hershey's, Mars, Nestle 8-packs - $.88 each
Use $.55 off Reese's coupon from 8/23 SmartSource insert
Final Price: $.33 each

Hershey's, Mars, Nestle Assorted Bags - $2.00 each
Use $1.00 off coupon from 9/27 SmartSource insert
Use $1.00 off coupon from 9/13 SmartSource insert
Final Price: $1.00 each

Week-Long Deals
*Tide 2x Liquid or Powder - $6.00 each
Use $1.00 off coupon from 8/30 or 9/27 P&G insert
Final Price: $5.00 each

*Bounce Dryer Bar or Tide Stain Release Liquid - $4.00 each
Use $2.00 off Bounce coupon from 8/30 P&G insert
Use $2.50 off Bounce coupon from VocalPoint home mailer
Use $1.00 off Tide coupon from 8/16 SmartSource insert
Final Price: as low as $1.50 each

*Dawn Dish Liquid - $1.00 each
Use $1.00 off coupon from Home Made Simple home mailer (expires 9/30)
Use $.25 off coupon from 8/30 or 9/27 P&G insert
Final Price: as low as FREE

*Puffs Tissues - $1.00 each
Use $1.00 off 6 coupon from 9/27 P&G insert
Final Price: $.83 each when you buy 6

*Buy $25-worth of P&G products, and you'll also get $10 ECBs.

Clairol Nice 'n Easy Hair Color - $5.99 each
Use $1.00 off coupon from 8/9 Red Plum

Use $1.00 off coupon from 9/27 P&G insert
ECBs Earned: $1.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: $3.99 each

Pantene Pro-V Shampoo/Conditioner/Styler - 2 for $8.00
Use $1.00 off coupon from 8/30 or 9/27 P&G insert
Use $1.00 off coupon from 9/13 Red Plum insert
ECBs Earned: $2.00 when you buy 2 (limit 1)
Final Price: $2.00 each when you buy 2

Scope Outlast or Crest with Scope Outlast Toothpaste - $3.49 each
Use $1.00 off Crest from 9/27 P&G insert
Use $1.00 off Scope from 9/27 P&G insert
ECBs Earned: $1.50 (limit 2)
Final Price: $.99 each

Colgate Toothpaste - 2 for $5.50
Use $1.00 off coupon from 9/13 or 9/27 SmartSource insert
ECBs Earned: $1.50 when you buy 2 (limit 4)
Final Price: $1.00 each when you buy 2

ThermaCare Heatwraps - $6.99 each
Use $3.00 off printable coupon HERE
ECBs Earned: $1.00 (limit 5)
Final Price: $2.99 each

Mom's Best Naturals Oatmeal - $1.00 each
Use $.75 off printable coupon HERE
Final Price: $.25 each

Wrigley's Slimpack Gum - 3 for $3.00
Use Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE coupon from 6/28 SmartSource insert (expires 9/30)
ECBs Earned: $1.00 when you buy 3 (limit 1)
Final Price: $.33 each when you buy 3

CoverGirl Cosmetics - $7 - $13
Use Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE coupon from 8/30 P&G insert (expires 9/30)
ECBs Earned: $5 when you spend $15 (limit 1)
Final Price: varies

ALL Almay Mascara - $5.99 each
Use $1.00 off coupon from 8/2 SmartSource insert
ECBs Earned: $3.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: $1.99 each

Aveeno Shampoo/Conditioner/Nourishing Spray - $6.49 each
Use $1.00 off coupon from 9/27 Red Plum insert
ECBs Earned: $2.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: $3.49 each

Gillette Fusion, Embrace, Spa Breeze Razor - $9.99 each
Use $3.00 off Embrace or Breeze coupon from 8/16 Red Plum (expires 9/30)
Use $2.00 off Embrace or Breeze coupon from 9/27 P&G insert
Use $4.00 off Fusion coupon from 9/27 P&G insert
Use $2.00 off Fusion coupon from 8/16 Red Plum insert (expires 9/30)
ECBs Earned: $5.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: as low as $.99 each

Listerine Total Care, Advanced Citrus, Arctic Mint/Reach Total Care Floss/Reach Toothbrush - $3.99 each
Use $5.00 off 3 coupon from 8/2 SmartSource insert
Use $3.00 off 2 coupon from 8/2 SmartSource insert
Use $1.00 off 1 coupon from 8/2 SmartSource insert
ECBs Earned: $1.00 (limit 3)
Final Price: as low as $1.32 each when you buy 3

Accu-Check Aviva Glucose Monitor - $14.99 each
Use $10.00 off coupon from 8/23 SmartSource insert
ECBs Earned: $5.00 (limit 2)
Final Price: FREE

Kellogg's Raisin Bran - $2.00 each (limit 4)
Use $.75 off coupon from 8/30 SmartSource insert
Final Price: $1.25 each

Possible Scenario

Transaction #1
Buy 2 Colgate Toothpastes - $5.50
Use $1.00 off coupon from 9/13 or 9/27 SmartSource insert
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $3.50 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $1.50

Transaction #2
Buy 1 Scope Outlast - $3.49
Use $1.00 off Scope from 9/27 P&G insert
Use $1.50 ECBs from Transaction #1
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $.99 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $1.50

Transaction #3
Buy 2 Mom's Best Oatmeal - $2.00 ($1.00 each)
Buy 1 Kellogg's Raisin Bran - $2.00
Use 2 $.75 off Mom's printable coupons HERE (Use your Back button to print a 2nd one.)
Use $.75 off Raisin Bran coupon from 8/30 SmartSource insert
Use $1.50 ECBs from Transaction #2
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $.25 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $0

Total Merchandise Value: $12.99
Total Out-of-Pocket Cost: $4.74
Savings: $8.25 (64%)

For more great CVS scenarios and deal ideas, stop by these sites:
:: The $5 CVS Challenge sponsored by Kingdom First Mom
:: The Grocery Gathering sponsored by Be CentsAble
:: Deal Seeking Mom
:: Money Saving Mom

Saved 93% at CVS

Merchandise Value: $28.81
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $1.90 plus tax
Savings: $26.91 (93%)

What a great evening at CVS! When I looked through the ad this week, I didn't see much on sale. But I was determined to restock our Pepsi supply and get rid of the $15.16 ECBs I'd been carrying around. I had $15.16 in ECBs all on ONE coupon. Since you don't get change back from ECBs, that meant I had to spend it all at once. Here's how I did it.

What I Bought:
4 Pepsi product 12-packs - $12.00 ($3.00 each)
2 Wheat Thins (4 oz.) - $2.00 ($1.00 each)
4 Kleenex Tissues - $3.84 ($.96 each)
1 Crest Pro-Health Toothpaste - $2.99
1 Colgate Extra Clean Toothbrush (from trial size area) - $.99*
1 Glade Candle (used a rain check) - $6.99

Coupons Used:
$5.00 off any $25.00 purchase printable HERE (watch video & print)
$.25 off x 2 Pepsi printable coupons (no longer available)
$1.00 off x 2 Wheat Thins printable coupons (HERE)
$.50 off 3 Kleenex Tissues coupon from 8/2 SmartSource
$.75 off Crest Pro-Health coupon from 8/30 P&G insert
$3.00 off Glade printable coupon (no longer available)
$15.16 ECBs from a month ago!

ECBs Earned:
$1.00 - Colgate toothbrush (UPC #3500055500)*
$3.00 - Pepsi
$2.00 - Crest
$7.00 - Glade Candle (misprinted by $.01 by cashier)

Merchandise Value: $28.81
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $1.90 plus tax
Savings: $26.91 (93%)
ECBs Earned: $13.00

*You can find the Colgate toothbrush in the travel size items section. Be sure to check the UPC code. There is a limit of 1 ECB deal per card on this item.

CVS Deals - Week of 9/20

It's not the best week ever at CVS, but there are a few deals to be found. Here are my favorites. I've also included a possible scenario at the end.

Note: If you're new to CVS shopping, be sure to read my post HERE before you begin.

3 Day Sale (Sunday - Tuesday only)

Sally Hansen Nail Color - Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE ($.99 - $10.99 each)
Use $1.00 off 1 coupon from 8/2 Red Plum insert (use 2 copies)
Final Price: As low as FREE

All-Week Deals

Crest or Pro-Health Toothpaste (4.2 oz) or Rinse (250 ml) or Oral-B floss (27-55 yd.) - $2.99 each
Use $1.00 off Crest coupon from 8/30 P&G insert
Use $.50 off Crest coupon from 8/30 P&G insert
ECBs Earned: 2.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: as low as FREE

Pepsi Product 12-packs - 4 for $12
Use 2 $.25 off printable coupons HERE
ECBs Earned: $3.00 when you buy 4 (limit 1)
Final Price: $2.13 each when you buy 4

Kleenex Facial Tissues - $.96 each (limit 4)
Use $1.00 off 4 coupon from 8/2 SmartSource insert
Final Price: $.71 each when you buy 4

Wheat Thins Crackers - $2.00 each
Use $1.00 off printable coupon HERE
Final Price: $1.00 each

Combos/Pop-Tarts - $1.50 each
Use $1.00 off 2 Combos coupon from 9/13 Red Plum insert
Use $1.00 off 2 Pop-Tarts coupon from 9/13 Red Plum insert
Final Price: $1.00 each

CoverGirl Products (assorted) - $5.00 each
Use $1.00 off coupon from 8/30 P&G insert
Final Price: $4.00 each

AquaFresh Iso-Active Whitening Toothpaste - $3.99 each
Use $1.00 off printable coupon HERE
ECBs Earned: $2.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: $.99 each

Sensodyne Iso-Active Toothpaste - $4.99 each
Use $1.00 off printable coupon HERE
ECBs Earned: $2.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: $1.99 each

Right Guard Sport/Xtreme or Dry Idea Deodorant - $2.99 each
Use $1.00 off 2 coupon from 8/16 SmartSource insert
ECBs Earned: $1.00 each (limit 3)
Final Price: $1.49 each when you buy 2

Clear Eyes - Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE ($4.49 each)
Use $1.00 off coupon from 8/9 SmartSource insert (use 2 copies)
Final Price: $1.25 each

Mars Candy Bars - 2 for $1.00

Use $1.00 off 2 coupon from 9/13 Red Plum insert
Final Price: FREE

Possible Scenario

Transaction #1

What to Buy:
Crest Pro-Health - $2.99
AquaFresh Iso-Active - $3.99

Coupons to Use:
- $1.00 off Crest coupon from 8/30 P&G insert
- $1.00 off AquaFresh printable coupon HERE

Out-of-Pocket Cost: $4.98 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $4.00

Transaction #2

What to Buy:
1 Sensodyne Iso-Active - $4.99

Coupons to Use:
- $1.00 off printable Sensodyne coupon HERE
- $4.00 ECBs from Transaction #1

Out-of-Pocket Cost: $0 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $2.00

Transaction #3

What to Buy:
2 Wheat Thins - $2.00 each
- $1.00 off printable coupon HERE (use 2 copies)
- $2.00 ECBs from Transaction #2

Out-of-Pocket Cost: $0 plus tax (if applicable)
ECBs Earned: $0

Total Merchandise Value: $15.97
Total Out-of-Pocket Cost: $4.98 plus tax
Savings: $10.99 (69%)


For more great CVS scenarios and deal ideas, stop by these sites:
:: The $5 CVS Challenge sponsored by Kingdom First Mom
:: The Grocery Gathering sponsored by Be CentsAble
:: Deal Seeking Mom
:: Money Saving Mom

CVS Deals - Week of 9/13

CVS keeps the good deals coming! Here are my favorites. I've also included a possible scenario at the end.

Note: If you're new to CVS shopping, be sure to read my post HERE before you begin.

3 Day Sale Deals (Sunday - Tuesday only)

Brach's Candy Corn (9 oz) - $.50 each (limit 4)

Cottonelle Bath Tissue 12-pack - $5.99 each (limit 3)
Use $.50 off printable coupon HERE (play game & print)
Final Price: $5.49 each

All-Week Deals

All Revlon Cosmetics - Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE ($1.99 - $21.99)
Use $1.00 off coupon from 9/13 Red Plum insert or 8/16 SmartSource insert
*Remember, you can use 2 coupons when you do a buy 1 - get 1 free deal.
Final Price: As low as both free
Note: The ad picture also shows tools. You might also be able to use the $1.00 off Revlon tool coupon from the 8/16 SmartSource insert.

Austin Cracker Sandwiches (8 pack) - $1.00 each

All 2x Ultra Detergent (64 loads) - $9.99 each
Use $1.00 off coupon from 8/2 Red Plum insert
Use $.40 off printable coupon HERE
ECBs Earned: $2.00 (limit 2)
Final Price: as low as $6.99 each

Cascade Gel or Powder - $2.99 each
Use $1.00 off coupon from the Home Made Simple home mailer (Request HERE)
Final Price: $1.99 each

Dove Ultimate Clear/Degree Ultra Clear Deodorant - 2 for $7.00
Use 2 $2.00 off printable Dove coupons HERE
Use 2 $.75 off Degree printable coupons HERE
ECBs Earned: $2.00 when you buy 2 (limit 1)
Final price: $.50 each (Dove) or $1.75 each (Degree)

Listerine Total Care (16.9 oz), Reach Toothbrush (2-pack), Reach Floss (30 yd) - $3.99 each
Use $.50 off Listerine printable coupon HERE
Use $.50 off Listerine coupon from 3/15 SmartSource insert
Use $1.00 off Reach Toothbrush coupon from 6/14 SmartSource insert
Use $1.00 off Reach floss coupon from 4/26 Red Plum or 6/15 SmarSource insert
ECBs Earned: $2.00 (limit 3)
Final Price: as low as $.99 each

Skintimate Shaving Cream/Gel - $2.00 each
Use $1.00 off coupon from 8/2 SmartSource insert
Use $1.50 off coupon from October 6 Woman's Day Magazine (Cream Shave only)
Final Price: as low as $.50 each if cream shave is included in sale

Clairol Natural Instincts Haircolor - $5.99 each
Use $3.00 off coupon from 8/30 P&G insert
ECBs Earned: $2.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: $.99 each

Tone or Dial Bodywash - $2.99 each
Use $1.00 off Tone printable coupon HERE
Use $1.00 off Dial printable coupon HERE
Use $1.00 off 2 Dial coupon from 8/16 SmartSource insert
Final Price: as low as $1.99 each

Almay Smart Shade or Smart Balance Foundation - $9.99 each
Use $1.00 off coupon from 8/2 SmartSource insert
ECBs Earned: $5.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: $3.99 each

Sally Hansen Hard as Nails or Extreme Wear Nail Color - $1.99 each
Use $1.00 off coupon from 8/2 Red Plum insert
Final Price: $.99 each

L'Oreal EverPure Shampoo, Conditioner, Styler - $5.99 each
Use $2.00 off coupon from 8/2 SmartSource insert
Final Price: $3.99

Garnier Nutrisse or 100% Color - $6.00 each
Use $2.00 off coupon from 8/16 Red Plum insert
Use $2.00 off coupon from 9/13 SmartSource insert
Final Price: $4.00 each

Garnier Fructis Shampoo, Conditioner, Styler - 3 for $10.00
Use $.75 off coupon from 8/16 Red Plum insert (expire Tuesday 9/15)
Use $.75 off coupon from 9/13 SmartSource insert
ECBs Earned: $1.00 when you buy 3 (limit 1)
Final Price: $2.25 each when you buy 3

Children's Tylenol/Motrin/PediaCare - $5.99 - $6.49 each
Use $3.00 off 2 Tylenol coupon from 9/13 Red Plum insert
Use $1.00 off Tylenol Plus coupon from 9/13 Red Plum insert
Use $1.00 off Tylenol or Motrin coupon from 9/13 Red Plum insert
Use $1.00 off Motrin printable coupon HERE
ECBs Earned: $3.00 when you buy 2 products (limit 2)
Final Price: as low as $2.99 each

CVS Brand Antacid Tablets - $2.99 each
**Check your previous CVS receipts for various coupons for these.

Glucerna Shake (6 pack) or Snack Shake (4 pack) - price unknown
* Get a FREE box of Glucerna Cereal ($4.59 value) when you buy a pack of shakes
Use $2.50 off 2 coupon from 9/13 SmartSource insert
Final Price: Unknown

Purex Ultra Laundry Detergent (24-32 loads) - $3.49 each
Use $1.00 off coupon from 8/16 Smartsource insert
Use $1.00 off printable coupon HERE
ECBs Earned: $1.00 (limit 5)
Final Price: $1.49 each

All Almay Eye Cosmetics - Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE ($2.99 - $8.99)
Use $1.00 off coupons from 8/2 SmartSource insert
Use $1.00 off coupons from 9/13 SmartSource insert
Final Price: as low as $.50 each
Limit 6 items.

Colgate Total Advanced Toothpaste or 360 ActiFlex Toothbrush - $2.99 each
Use $1.00 off coupon from 9/13 SmartSource insert
ECBs Earned: $2.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: FREE

Progresso Soups - Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE (prices starting at $2.99 each)
Use $1.00 off 3 printable coupon HERE (register & print)
Final Price: as low as $1.25 each when you buy 4
Limit 4.

All General Mills Cereals or Cereal Bars - 2 for $6.00
Use $.40 off Fiber One Bars printable coupon HERE
Use $.75 off Cocoa Puffs printable coupon HERE
Use $.75 off Kix printable coupon HERE
Use $.55 off Trix printable coupon HERE
Use $.55 off Cinnamon Toast Crunch printable coupon HERE
Use $1.00 off 2 Cheerios products coupon from 8/16 SmartSource insert
Use $1.00 off Total coupon from 8/9 SmartSource insert
ECBs Earned: $2.00 when you buy 2 (limit 1)
Final Price: as low as $1.00 each when you buy 2

Possible Scenario
This scenario involves 3 separate transactions. You can do them all 3 in one trip. Just be considerate of other people who might be in line waiting. Step aside and allow them to go first if there is a line. When you checkout, complete Transaction #1. Tear off the ECBs from the bottom of the receipt, and use them for Transaction #2. Do the same for Transaction #3. If you'd like to have some ECBs left for next week, simply stop after Transaction #2.

Transaction #1
What to Buy
1 Colgate Total Toothpaste - $2.99
1 Purex Laundry Detergent - $3.49

Coupons to Use
-$1.00 off Colgate Total coupon from 9/13 SmartSource insert
-$1.00 off Purex printable coupon HERE

Out-of-Pocket Cost: $4.48 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $3.00

Transaction #2
Buy 1 Clairol Natural Instincts Haircolor - $5.99

Coupons to Use
-$3.00 off coupon from 8/30 P&G insert
-$3.00 ECBs from Transaction #1

Out-of-Pocket Cost: $0 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $2.00

Transaction #3
Buy 1 Tone Body Wash - $2.00

Coupons to Use
-$1.00 off Tone printable coupon HERE
-$2.00 ECBs from Transaction #2

Out-of-Pocket Cost: $0 plus tax

Summary
Merchandise Total Value: $15.46
Total Out-of-Pocket: $4.48
Savings: $10.98 (71%)

For more great CVS scenarios and deal ideas, stop by these sites:
:: The $5 CVS Challenge sponsored by Kingdom First Mom
:: The Grocery Gathering sponsored by Be CentsAble
:: Deal Seeking Mom
:: Money Saving Mom