CVS Deals - Week of 4/11

Here are the best deals that I see at CVS this week. Note: If you're new to CVS shopping, be sure to read my post HERE before you begin.

ECB Deals

Dial Nutri-Skin Body Wash - $5.49
Use $1.00 off NutriSkin Body Wash printable coupon (HEREfor Firefox)
ECBs Earned: $4.50 (limit 1)
Final Price: FREE

Dove Shampoo or Conditioner - $4.49
Use $1.50 off coupon from 3/28 RedPlum insert
ECBs Earned: $4.49 (limit 1)
Final Price: better than FREE

P&G Products - Buy $25 - Get $10 ECBs
Products include:
Charmin Bath Tissue (16 big rolls) - $9.99
Use $.25 off coupon from 3/7 or 4/4 P&G insert
Bounty Extra Soft Paper Towels (12 pack) - $12.99
Use $1.00 off coupon from 3/7 P&G insert
Puffs Tissues - $.99
Use $1.00 off coupons from Vocalpoint home mailer
Use $1.00 off 6 coupon from 3/7 P&G insert
Duracell Batteries - $5.99Coke 12-pack cans - 3 for $11.00
ECBs Earned: $2.00 when you buy 3
Final Price: 3 for $9.00 ($3.00 each)

Coke 2-liters - 3 for $4.00
ECBs Earned: $1.00 when you buy 3
Final Price: 3 for $3.00

Trident White or Dentyne Gum (3-pack) - 2 for $3.00
ECBs Earned: $1.00 when you buy 2
Final Price: 2 for $2.00

Garnier Nutritioniste Skin Care or Hair Care Products
Spend $15 - Get $5 ECBs
Use $1.00 off skincare coupon from 3/7 RedPlum insert
Use $2.00 off Herbashine color coupon from 3/7 RedPlum insert
Final Price: Varies

Possible Scenario:
Buy 3 HerbaShine colors - $5.99 each
Use 3 $2.00 off coupons - Save $6.00
ECBs Earned: $5.00
Final Price: $6.97 ($2.32 each)

Nivea & Eucerin Products
Spend $15 - Get $5 ECBs
Use $2.00 off Nivea body wash for women printable coupon
Use $1.00 off Eucerin coupon from 1/24 RedPlum insert
Final Price: Varies

Possible Scenario:
Buy 4 Nivea body washes for women - $4.99 each
Use 4 $2.00 off printable coupons - Save $8.00
ECBs Earned: $5.00
Final Price: $6.96 ($1.74 each)

John Frieda, Curel, Jergens, Biore (select products)
Spend $15 - Get $5 ECBs
Use $2.50 off
Use $1.00 off Curel coupon from 3/7 SmartSource insert
Use $1.00 off Jergens moisturizer coupon from 3/7 or 4/11 SmartSource insert
Use coupon for FREE Biore Cleanser when you buy Deep Cleansing Pore Strips from 3/7 SmartSource insert
Final Price: Varies

L'Oreal EverPure or EverStrong Shampoo/Conditioner/Masque/Leave-in Treatment
Buy 2 - Get $5 ECBs (limit 1)
Use $2.00 off EverPure Shampoo or Conditioner coupon from 3/21 SmartSource insert
Use $2.00 off EverStrong Shampoo/Conditioner/Treatment coupon from 2/21 or 2/28 RedPlum insert

Garnier Fructis Shampoo/Conditioner/Styler - $5.99
Use $1.00 off styler coupon from 4/11 RedPlum insert
Use $1.00 off shampoo or conditioner coupon from 4/11 RedPlum insert
Use $1.00 off printable coupon (HEREfor Firefox)
ECBs Earned: $1.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: $3.99

Schick Hydro Razor - $8.97
ECBs Earned: $6.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: $2.97

Crest Pro-Health Rinse, Scope Outlast, Glide Floss/Picks - 2 for $6.98
Use $1.00 off Glide floss coupon from 4/4 P&G insert
Use $1.00 off Crest rinse coupon from 4/4 P&G insert
ECBs Earned: $2.00 when you buy 2
Final Price: 2 for $2.98 ($1.49 each)

Colgate Pro Clinical Toothpaste - $3.99
Use $1.00 off coupon from 4/11 SmartSource insert
ECBs Earned: $2.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: $.99

Other Weekly Deals

CVS Brand Earth Essentials Bath Tissue (single roll) - $.50
The coupon printer in the stores has been printing $1 off CVS paper product coupons.
Final Price: FREE with coupon

Possible Scenario

The Goal: Spend $5 or Less Out-of-Pocket
Transaction #1
Buy 1 Dove Shampoo - $4.49
Use $1.50 off coupon
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $2.99 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $4.49


Transaction #2
Buy 1 Dial Nutri-Skin body wash - $5.49
Buy 2 Puffs Tissues with Lotion - $.99 each
Use $1.00 off Dial printable coupon
Use 2 $1.00 off Puffs coupons from Vocalpoint home mailer
Use $4.49 ECBs from Transaction #1
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $0 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $4.50 (Dial)


Transaction #3
Buy 1 Colgate Pro Toothpaste - $3.99
Buy 2 Trident or Dentyne 3-packs - $3.00
Use $1.00 off Colgate coupon
Use $4.50 ECBs from Transaction #2
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $1.49 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $3.00 ($2 Colgate, $1 gum)

Total Merchandise Value: $18.95
Total Out-of-Pocket Cost: $4.48 plus tax
Savings: $14.47 (76%)
ECBs for Next Week: $3.00


For some 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 $.51 CVS Trip - Totally Unplanned

I wasn't planning on stopping at CVS today. But I heard that the coupon printing machine in the store was printing out the quarterly ECBs this week. I've had to use most of my ECBs for necessities lately, so I really wanted to see how many I had coming for my quarterlies. (It was $12.50 by the way... evidence that we've been sick and had lots of prescriptions this quarter! Yikes!)

Since my roots were once again sparkling in the sunlight, I figured I'd pick up some hair color while I was there. And while I was at it, why not try to spend ALL $12.50 of those ECBs? I've never done this without a well-thought-out plan! But, hey, why not!?!?

Here's what I ended up with.

Starting ECBs: $12.50
Merchandise Value: $22.01
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $.51 (plus $.61 tax = $1.21)
Ending ECBs: $6.99
Savings: $21.50 (98%)

What I Bought:
1 Single-Serve Doritos* - $.99
1 20-ounce Diet Mt. Dew* - $1.59
3 Pantene Shampoo/Conditioner - $2.99 each
1 Colgate Total - $2.99
1 Stride Shift Gum - $.99
1 Garnier Hair Color - $4.99
1 Kotex Liners - $1.49

Coupons Used:
-$2.00 off x 3 Pantene coupons from Vocalpoint home mailer
-$1.00 off Colgate coupon from April All You Magazine
-$1.00 off Kotex printable coupon (no longer available)
-$1.00 off Kotex CVS printable coupon (no longer available)
-$12.50 ECBs

Out-of-Pocket Cost: $.51 plus tax

ECBs Earned:
$1.00- Doritos/Mt. Dew
$.99 - Stride
$2.00 - Colgate
$3.00 - Pantene ($1 each)

* I wasn't planning to buy the Diet Mt. Dew/Doritos combination. (Those pesky Diet Mt. Dews keep ending up in my shopping pictures, don't they!?) But in order to use the $12.50 ECBs without losing any of them (you don't get change from them), I needed a couple of small filler items. The cashier suggested the Dew/Doritos deal, because I would get another $1 ECB back. Good idea!

This post is linked to:
:: Coupon SUPER Savers hosted by Coupon Saving Game

CVS Deals - Week of 4/4

Here are the best deals that I see at CVS this week. Note: If you're new to CVS shopping, be sure to read my post HERE before you begin.

ECB Deals
Pantene Shampoo/Conditioner/Styler - $2.99
Use $2.00 coupon from Vocalpoint home mailer or
Use $1.00 off coupon from 3/7 P&G insert or
Use $3.00 off 2 coupon from 3/7 P&G insert
ECBs Earned: $1.00 (limit 3)
Final Price: as low as FREE

Stride Shift Gum - $.99
ECBs Earned: $.99 (limit 1)
Final Price: FREE

Pantene (Expressions/Restoratives)/Head & Shoulders - $4.99
Use $3.00 off 2 Pantene coupon from 3/7 P&G insert or
Use $1.00 off Head & Shoulders coupon from 3/7 P&G insert
ECBs Earned: $1.00 (limit 3)
Final Price: as low as $2.49 each

Colgate 360 ActiFlex or Sponge Bob Power Toothbrush - $6.99
Use $.40 off 360 coupon from 3/28 SmartSource insert or
ECBs Earned: $2.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: $4.59

Clairol Natural Instincts or Loving Care Hair Color - $5.99
Use $1.00 off coupon from 3/7 P&G insert
ECBs Earned: $2.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: $2.99

Skintimate Moisturizing Cream Shave - $3.99
ECBs Earned: $3.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: $.99

Softsoap Antibacterial Refill or Irish Spring 8-pack Bar Soap - $5.49
Use $.50 off 2 Irish Spring coupon from 3/14 SmartSource insert
ECBs Earned: $2.00 (limit 2)
Final Price: as low as $3.24 each

Softsoap or Irish Spring Body Wash - $4.99
Use $.50 off Irish Spring coupon from 3/14 SmartSource insert or
Use $1.00 off Softsoap coupon from 3/28 SmartSource insert
ECBs Earned: $2.00 (limit 2)
Final Price: as low as $1.99
Also check past CVS receipts. I've seen some coupons for these items lately!

Speed Stick or Lady Speed Stick Stain Guard Deodorant - $3.49
Use $.50 off coupon from 3/28 SmartSource insert or
Use $.75 off printable coupon
ECBs Earned: $2.00 (limit 2)
Final Price: as low as $.74

Colgate Pro Clinical Toothpaste - $3.99
Use $.35 off coupon from 3/28 SmartSource insert
ECBs Earned: $2.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: $1.64

Schick Hydro Razor - $8.97
ECBs Earned: $6.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: $2.97

Listerine Original, Cool Mint, Fresh Burst, Smart Rinse, Agent Cool Blue - $3.99
Use $.50 off coupon from 3/7 RedPlum insert or
Use $1.00 off Smart Rinse/Cool Blue coupon from 3/7 RedPlum insert
ECBs Earned: $1.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: as low as $1.99

Colgate Total Advanced or Enamel Strength Toothpaste - $2.99
Use $.75 off coupon from 3/28 SmartSource insert or
Use $1.00 off coupon from April All You Magazine
ECBs Earned: $2.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: as low as FREE

Tampax Pearl - $7.99
Use $2.00 off coupon from 3/7 P&G insert
ECBs Earned: $2.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: $3.99

Bayer Contour Blood Glucose Meter - $14.99
Use $30 coupon (adjusted down to $14.99) from 10/25 RedPlum insert
ECBs Earned: $5.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: $5 moneymaker

Complete Multi-Purpose Contact Solution - $8.99
ECBs Earned: $8.99 (limit 1)
Final Price: FREE

7UP, Canada Dry, A&W, Sunkist 12-packs - 3 for $11.00
Use $1.00 off 7UP printable coupon
ECBs Earned: $3.00 when you buy 3 (limit 1)
Final Price: as low as 3 for $5 if you have 3 coupons

Physicians Formula Foundation or Bronzer - $14.99
Use $1.00 off coupon from 2/28 or 3/21 SmartSource insert
ECBs Earned: $7.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: $6.99

Olay Regenerist - $18.99
Use $3.00 off coupon from 3/7 P&G insert
ECBs Earned: $6.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: $9.99

Other Weekly Deals
LifeSavers Bagged Candies - $.99 each

Starbucks Frappuccino - $2.00 each
Use $1.00 off printable coupon
Final Price: $1.00 each

Garnier Nutrisse Hair Color - $4.99

Dawn Dish Liquid - $.96 each
Use $.25 off coupon from 3/7 P&G insert
Final Price: $.71 each

Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE Deals
The ad does not specifically state the exact prices of some of these items. I'll list the items and the coupon matchups, knowing that you can use two coupons to make the Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE deals even better.

All General Mills Cereals (limit 4)
Use $1.00 off 2 printable coupon or
Use $1.00 off 2 coupon from 3/21 SmartSource insert

Nature's Bounty or Flex-a-Min (limit 6)
Use $1.00 off printable coupon or
Use $1.00 off coupon from 3/14 RedPlum insert

Maxwell House Coffee (limit 4)
Use $1.00 off coupon from 3/21 SmartSource insert

Speed Stick / Lady Speed Stick (limit 4)
Use $.50 off coupon from 3/28 SmartSource insert


Possible Scenarios
Scenario #1 - Goal: To spend $5 or less out-of-pocket

Transaction #1
Buy 1 Skintimate Cream Shave - $3.99
Buy 1 Stride Shift Gum - $.99
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $4.98 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $3.99 ($3 Skintimate, $.99 Stride)

Transaction #2
Buy 1 Pantene Shampoo - $2.99
Buy 1 Colgate Total - $2.99
Use $1.00 off Pantene coupon
Use $1.00 off Colgate coupon
Use $3.99 ECBs from Transaction #1
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $0 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $3.00 ($1 Pantene, $2 Colgate)

Transaction #3
Buy 1 Starbucks Frappuccino - $2.00
Buy 1 Pantene Shampoo - $2.99
Use $1.00 off Frappuccino printable coupon
Use $1.00 off Pantene coupon
Use $3.00 ECBs from Transaction #2
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $0 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $1.00 (Pantene)

Total Merchandise Value: $15.95
Total Out-of-Pocket Cost: $4.98
Savings: $10.97 (69%)


Scenario #2 - The Goal: Spend $10 or less out-of-pocket

Transaction #1
Buy 1 Complete Contact Solution - $8.99
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $8.99 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $8.99

Transaction #2
Buy 1 Pantene Shampoo - $2.99
Buy 1 Stride Shift Gum - $.99
Buy 1 Skintimate Cream Shave - $3.99
Buy 1 Colgate Total - $2.99
Use $1.00 off Pantene coupon
Use $1.00 off Colgate coupon
Use $8.99 ECBs from Transaction #1
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $0 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $6.99 ($1 Pantene, $.99 Stride, $3 Skintimate, $2 Colgate)

Transaction #3
Buy 3 7UP 12-packs - $11.00
Use 3 $1.00 off printable coupons
Use $6.99 ECBs from Transaction #2
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $1.01 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $3.00

Total Merchandise Value: $30.95
Total Out-of-Pocket Cost: $10.00 plus tax
Savings: $20.95 (68%)

For some 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
:: Couponer 101

Upcoming CVS Deal: Print Now for FREE Dial NutriSkin

Dial released a coupon today good for $1.00 off NutriSkin Body Wash (HERE for Firefox). Print this now, and save it for the week of 4/11 when CVS will have NutriSkin for $5.49 with $4.50 ECBs back (limit 1). Using the coupon means that it's FREE after ECBs.

Thanks, Money Saving Madness!

$2 Off Nexxus Coupon = HOT Deal at CVS

Head over HERE to print a coupon good for $2.00 off any Nexxus product. Use this at CVS this week, and you can score a great deal, especially if you have access to multiple computers. Here are some of the lowest-priced Nexxus items that I saw. (Note: I checked prices on the CVS website, so actual prices may vary slightly in stores.)

Nexxus Foam Stylers - $2.99 each
Nexxus Therappe Luxury Moisturizing Shampoo - $5.29 each

Possible Scenarios:

Buy 4 Therappe Shampoos - $21.16
Use 4 $2 off printable coupons - save $8.00
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $13.16
ECBs Earned: $10.00
Final Price: $3.16 ($.79 each!)

-or-

Buy 1 Therappe Shampoo - $5.29
Buy 5 Foam Stylers - $14.95
Use 6 $2 off printable coupons - save $12.00
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $8.24
ECBs Earned: $10.00
Final Price: FREE plus $1.76 profit!

Thanks, Who Said Nothing in Life is Free!

$1 off Windex Coupon = FREE After Rebate at CVS

Coupons.com has released another new coupon. Head over HERE to print a coupon good for $1.00 off Windex Multi-Surface Cleaner. This is on sale at CVS this week for $2.50 each. If you have access to two different computers, print 3 copies of the coupon. Then do this scenario:

Buy 3 Windex Multi-Surface - $7.50
Use 3 $1.00 off printable coupons - save $3.00
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $4.50

Then submit the SC Johnson $5 rebate HERE.

Final Price: FREE plus $.50 moneymaker (to cover your stamp!)


*** My Coupons.com page was showing two identical Windex coupons, so you may not need a second computer!! ***

CVS Deals - Week of 3/28

Here are the best deals that I see at CVS this week. Note: If you're new to CVS shopping, be sure to read my post HERE before you begin.

Three-Day Sale Deals (Sunday - Tuesday Only)
M&Ms - 2 for $4.00

Coke 12-packs, 12 oz. cans - 3 for $11.00
ECBs Earned: $3.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: 3 for $8.00 ($2.67 each)

Hershey's/Reese's Assorted Candy - 2 for $4.00 (limit 6)
Use $2.00 off 3 printable coupon or
Use $2.00 off 3 coupon from 3/14 SmartSource insert
Final Price: $4 ($1.33 each) when you buy 3

ECB Deals
Roc Retinol Correction - $21.99 each
ECBs Earned: $5.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: $16.99 each

Clean & Clear Products (any) - Prices start at $4.99 each
Use $2.00 off printable coupon (HERE for Firefox)
ECBs Earned: $5.00 when you spend $15.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: varies

CoverGirl Cosmetics - Prices start at $2.99 each
Use Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE coupon from 2/7 P&G insert (exp 3/31)
AND Use $1.00 off coupon from 2/7 or 3/7 P&G insert
or Use $2.50 off 2 coupon from 2/7 P&G insert (exp 3/31)
ECBs Earned: $8.00 when you spend $20.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: varies

Possible Scenarios:
Buy 2 $10 products
Use Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE coupon
Use $1.00 off coupon
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $9.00
ECBs Earned: $8.00
Final Price: $.50 each

Buy 4 $5.00 products
Use 2 Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE coupons
Use $2.50 off 2 coupon
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $7.50
ECBs Earned: $8.00
Final Price: FREE plus $.50 moneymaker

Nexxus Shampoo, Conditioner, Styler - Prices start at $3.99
ECBs Earned: $10.00 when you spend $20.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: varies

Gillette Fusion Manual or Power Razor AND cartridges - price unknown
Use coupon good for FREE razor with cartridge purchase from 3/7 P&G insert

ECBs Earned: $5.00 when you buy both (limit 1)

Huggies Jumbo Pack Diapers or Pull-Ups - 2 for $17.98
Use $3.00 off diapers printable coupon or
Use $2.00 off Pull-Ups printable coupon or
Use $2.00 off coupon from 3/21 SmartSource insert
ECBs Earned: $5.00 when you buy 2 (limit 1)
Final Price: as low as $6.98 (3.49 each)

Crest 3D White Toothpaste or Oral-B Advantage Toothbrush - $2.99 each
Use $.50 off Crest coupon from 3/21 RedPlum insert or
Use $.75 off Crest coupon from 3/7 P&G insert or

Use Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE Oral-B coupon from 3/7 P&G insert AND
Use $.75 off Advantage coupon from 2/21 P&G insert
ECBs Earned: $2.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: as low as $.24 for 1 Crest OR 2 toothbrushes!

ThermaCare Heat Wraps - 2 for $13.98
Use $1.00 off coupons from 1/31 RedPlum insert or
Use $2.00 off coupons from 3/28 RedPlum insert
ECBs Earned: $5.00 when you buy 2 (limit 1)
Final Price: $6.98 ($3.49 each)

Sparkle Paper towels (8-pack) - $4.99 each
Use $.50 off coupon from 2/14 RedPlum insert
ECBs Earned: $1.00 (limit 3)
Final Price: $3.49 each

Other Weekly Deals
Revlon Foundation, Powder, Blush, Concealer, Nail, or Lip - Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE
Prices: $3.49 - $15.39
Use 2 $1.00 off coupons from 3/7 SmartSource insert or
Use 2 $2.00 off coupons from 2/21 SmartSource insert (expire 3/28)
Final Price: as low as FREE

Easter Peeps (chicks or bunnies) 3-12 ct. - $.99 each

Cetaphil - Buy 1 - Get 1 50% off ($7.99 - $14.19)
Complete survey HERE and get an email coupon for $5 off any Cetaphil product
Final Price: varies
Thanks, Deal Seeking Mom!

Tresemme Naturals / St. Ives / Noxzema - 3 for $10.00
Use $1.00 off Tresemme Naturals coupon from 3/21 SmartSource insert or
Use $1.00 off St. Ives body product coupon from 3/21 SmartSource insert or
Use $1.50 off St. Ives facial product coupon from 3/21 SmartSource insert or
Use $1.00 off Noxzema coupon from 3/21 SmartSource insert
Final Price: as low as $1.83 each

Softsoap/Irish Spring Body Wash - Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE ($4.99-$5.29)
Use $1.00 off Softsoap coupon from 3/28 SmartSource insert or
Use $.50 off Irish Spring coupon from 3/14 SmartSource insert
Final Price: $1.50 each

Dove Ultimate Deodorant - 2 for $7.00
Use $1.25 off coupon from 3/21 SmartSource insert or
Use $2.00 off printable coupon (Firefox link HERE) or
Final Price: as low as $1.50 each

Always Pads or Pantiliners - $2.99 each
Use $1.00 off coupons from 3/7 P&G insert

Final Price: $1.99 each

Kellogg's Raisin Bran, Corn Flakes, Corn Pops, Rice Krispies, Apple Jacks, Froot Loops Cereals - $2.00 each (limit 4)
Use $1.50 off 2 printable coupon or
Use $1.50 off 2 coupon from 3/21 RedPlum insert
Final Price: $1.25 each

Coke 2-liters - $1.00 each (limit 6)


For some 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

FREE Hair Care Products at CVS!

I was so excited to see that both of the CVS stores that I frequent have installed the coupon printing machines right inside the door!! Emma has taken it upon herself to scan my card each time we shop there. I keep getting coupons good for $1 off any CVS brand hair care item. I didn't think much of them until now.

If you have any $1 off CVS haircare coupons, watch for these shampoos and conditioners.

They don't have a name brand printed on them, but they are CVS brand products. Priced at $.99 each for full-sized bottles, they will be FREE after the coupon!

Thanks, Money Saving Mom!

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CVS Trip - Almost-FREE Hershey Kisses and More!

As promised, here's the recap of my lunch hour CVS trip today. I was thrilled to be able to score 6 bags of Hershey Kisses for almost nothing! Here's what I bought:

Starting ECBs: $8.00
Merchandise Value: $31.30
Out-of-Pocket: $.31 + $.24 tax = $.55 total
ECBs Earned: $11.99
Savings: $30.75 (98%)

I'm not keeping the glucose meter, so I guess you could say that my merchandise total (for my family) was $16.31. That means that I still scored a great deal at 97% off!

What I Bought:
1 Bayer Contour Glucose Meter (for donation) - $14.99
6 Hershey Kisses - $1.97 each ($11.82)
1 Peeps - $.50
1 Colgate Total - $3.99

Coupons Used:
-$30 Bayer coupon adjusted down to $14.99
-$2.00 off 3 x 2 printable Hershey coupons
-$1.00 off 1 Hershey CVS coupon from previous store receipt
-$2.00 off 2 Hershey CVS coupon from previous store receipt
-$1.00 off Colgate coupon from 3/7 SmartSource insert
-$8.00 ECBs from last week

ECBs Earned:
$5.00 Glucose Meter
$3.00 for buying $10 worth of Easter candy
$3.99 Colgate

Out-of-Pocket Cost: $.31 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $11.99

With the extra ECBs earned, I came out $3.44 ahead!

If you want to do the Hershey deal, the $1.97 price is only good through Tuesday. So you have to hurry!

This post is linked to:
:: Coupon SUPER Savers hosted by Coupon Saving Game
:: Friday Finals hosted by Southern Savers
:: Week-Ending Finale hosted by The Frugal Freeloader
:: Super Savings Saturday hosted by Money Saving Mom
:: Shopping Superstars hosted by The Thrifty Mama
:: Sharing Savings Saturday hosted by Frugal Fun and Fortune
:: Saving Our Cents Saturday

SWEET Candy Deal at CVS

If you have a CVS nearby and still need some Easter candy, hurry to catch this deal. As part of this week's 3-Day Sale, CVS has Hershey's Kisses priced at $1.97 each. This overlaps the ECB deal where you get $3 ECBs when you buy $10 worth of Easter candy. Here's how you can get Hershey's Kisses for $.80 per bag.

Buy 6 bags of Kisses @ $1.97 each - $11.82
Use 2 $2.00 off 3 printable coupons
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $7.82
ECBs Earned: $3.00
Final Price: $.80 each!

I had two CVS store coupons from previous receipts that made this deal even better. I had a $2.00 off 2 Kisses, a $1.00 off 1 Kisses coupons, and $5 ECBs. That made my out-of-pocket cost $0. I'll post the picture and details of my trip later this evening. I just thought that you might want to catch this candy deal before it's over on Tuesday.

CVS Deals - Week of 3/21

Here are the best deals that I see at CVS this week. I've included a money-saving scenario at the end.

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

Three-Day Sale Deals (Sunday - Tuesday Only)
Easter M&Ms - $1.97 (limit 4)

Easter Grass or Filler Eggs - $.50 each (limit 4)

Hershey's Assorted, Pastel Reese's Pieces, Kisses - $1.97 each
Use $2.00 off 3 printable coupon
Final Price: $1.30 each


ECB Deals
Pampers Jumbo Pack Diapers or Easy Ups - $8.97 each
Use $2.00 off coupon from 2/21 P&G insert or
Use $2.00 off coupon from 3/21 SmartSource insert
Use $1.50 off coupon from 2/7 P&G insert
ECBs Earned: $3.00 (limit 2)
Final Price: as low as $3.97 each

Doritos Single & 20 oz. Mountain Dew - price unknown
ECBs Earned: $1.00 (limit 3)

Olay Body Wash - 2 for $12.00
Use 2 $1.00 off coupons from 3/7 P&G insert
ECBs Earned: $5.00 when you buy 2 (limit 1)
Final Price: $2.50 each

CoverGirl (select products) - Spend $10 - Get $3 ECBs (limit 1)
Products Include:

Simply Ageless Corrector - $10 each
Simply Ageless Concealer - $10 each
Simply Ageless Sculpting Blush - $10 each
Simply Ageless Foundation - $12 each
Clean Liquid Foundation or Powder - $6 each
TruBlend Foundation, Powder, Blush - $8 each

Possible Scenario:
Buy 2 CoverGirl Clean foundations/powders - $12.00
Use Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE coupon from 2/7 P&G insert
Use $1.00 off coupon from 2/7 or 3/7 P&G insert
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $5.00
ECBs Earned: $3.00
Final Price: $2.00 ($1.00 each)

St. Ives Body Moisturizer or Body Wash - 3 for $10.00
Use 3 $1.00 off coupons from 3/21 SmartSource insert
ECBs Earned: $3.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: $4.00 ($1.33 each)

L'Oreal (select products) - Buy $20 - Get $5 ECBs
Products Include:
EverPure or EverStrong Shampoo/Conditioner/Masque/Treatment - $5.99 each
Use $2.00 off coupon from 1/3, 1/10, 3/17, 3/21 RedPlum inserts

Excellence or Excellence to Go - $5.99 each
Use $2.00 off coupon s from 2/21, 2/28, 3/17, 3/21 RedPlum inserts

Skin Genesis - $14.99 each
Advanced Revitalift Deep-Set Wrinkle Repair - $14.99 each
Age Perfect Pro-Calcium - $14.99 each
Collagen Filler - $14.99 each

Go 360 Clean Cleanser or Scrub - $5.99 each
Final Price: varies

Ban Roll-On Deodorant - $4.99 each
Use $.40 off coupon from 3/7 SmartSource insert
ECBs Earned: $2.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: $2.59 each

Fructis Shampoo, Conditioner, Styler - 2 for $6.00
Use 2 $1.00 off coupon from 3/7 RedPlum insert
ECBs Earned: $1.00 when you buy 2 (limit 1)
Final Price: $1.50 each

Crest or Oral-B Pro-Health Rinse, Scope Outlast, Glide Floss, Cross Action Toothbrush - $3.99 each
Use $.50 off Crest Toothpaste coupon from 3/17 RedPlum insert or
Use $1.00 off Crest Rinse coupon from 3/7 P&G insert or
Use $.75 off Crest Toothpaste coupon from 3/7 P&G insert or
Use $1.00 off Scope coupon from 2/7 P&G insert or

Use $.75 off Glide coupon from 2/7 P&G insert or
Use $.75 off Cross Action coupon from 2/21 P&G insert
ECBs Earned: $2.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: as low as $.99 each

Bayer Contour Blood Glucose Meter - $14.99 each
Use $30 coupon (adjusted down to $14.99) from 10/25 RedPlum insert
ECBs Earned: $5.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: $5 moneymaker

Colgate Total, Advanced, Enamel, or Sensitive Toothpaste - $3.99 each
Use $1.00 off coupon from 3/7 SmartSource insert or

Use $1.00 off coupon from January All You Magazine (exp 3/24)
ECBs Earned: $3.99 (limit 1)
Final Price: Better than FREE


Other Weekly Deals
Peeps & Other Single-Serve Candy - $.50 each (limit 12)

Kellogg's Raisin Bran, AllBran, Frosted Flakes, Mini Wheats, Special K - $1.97 each
Limit 6
Use $1.50 off 2 Mini Wheats printable coupon or
Use $1.50 off 2 printable coupon or
Use $1.00 off 2 coupon from 3/7 RedPlum insert
Final Price: as low as $1.24 each

Dawn Dish Liquid - $.96 each
Use $.25 off coupon from 3/7 P&G insert
Final Price: $.74 each

Kleenex Tissues - $.97 each
Use $.50 off 3 coupon from 2/28 SmartSource insert or
Final Price: $.80 each


Possible Scenario
Goal: Spend $5 or less out-of-pocket

Transaction #1
Buy 1 Bayer Glucose Meter - $14.99
Use $30 coupon (adjusted to $14.99)
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $0 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $5.00

Transaction #2
Buy 2 Olay Body Wash - $12.00
Use 2 $1.00 off coupons
Use $5.00 ECBs from Transaction #1
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $5.00 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $5.00

Transaction #3
Buy 2 CoverGirl Clean Foundations/Powders - $12.00
Use Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE coupon
Use $1.00 off coupon
Use $5.00 ECBs from Transaction #2
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $0 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $3.00

Transaction #4
Buy 1 Scope Outlast - $3.99
Use $1.00 off coupon
Use $3.00 ECBs from Transaction #3 (adjusted to $2.99)
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $0 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $2.00

Total Merchandise Value: $42.98
Total Out-of-Pocket Cost: $5.00 plus tax
Savings: $37.98 (88%)
ECBs for Next Week: $2.00

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
:: The "Cent"sible Sawyer

Well Then... Thank You CVS Corporate!

I think I'm a magnet for drug store coupon issues. Ha! If you haven't read about my love-hate CVS experience yet, read it HERE to catch up. The drama continues.....

Imagine my surprise when I received the following email in my inbox earlier this week. (I've removed names for privacy's sake. (Click the image to enlarge/print.)


Not only did they listen and take action with the store staff, they even reimbursed me for the coupon that I wasn't able to use. I just stopped by another CVS today, and sure enough, my $5 courtesy coupon printed! Wow!

Hats off to the management at CVS and Rite Aid. They've both come through with exceptional customer service!

CVS Trip: I'd Rather Not Pay for Toilet Paper

The thing I dislike paying for most is toilet paper. Sure, we're going to buy it. But that doesn't mean that I want to spend money on it! Today's CVS trip was very helpful, as it allowed us to get a big pack for next-to-nothing.

Here's what we got today:

Merchandise Value: $32.28
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $.28 + $1.31 tax = $1.89 total
Savings: $31.70 (98%)

What I Bought:
1 CVS Brand Bath Tissue (24-pack) - $9.99
1 CVS Brand Paper Towels - $1.29
2 Right Guard Sport Active Deodorants - $1.65 each (?)
2 CoverGirl Outlast Lipgloss - $8.00 each

Coupons Used:
-$5.00 off $30.00 purchase CVS coupon received via email
-$1.00 off CVS paper towels printed at coupon machine in the store
-$2.00 off 2 Right Guard printable coupon
-$8.00 CoverGirl Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE coupon from 2/7 P&G insert
-$1.00 off CoverGirl coupon (for the one that wasn't free) from 2/7 P&G insert
-$13.00 ECBs

Extra Care Bucks Earned:
$3.00 CVS Bath Tissue
$2.00 Right Guard
$6.00 CoverGirl Outlast

Out-of-Pocket Cost: $.28 + $1.31 tax = $1.89 total
Savings: $31.70 (98%)

I came out with $2 less in ECBs, but I'm okay with that, especially considering the fact that I didn't pay much for toilet paper.

(?) The Right Guard deodorants rang up a $1.65 each. I was having a nice conversation with my cashier, and I didn't even notice it until I came home. They were advertised at $2.50. I'm not sure why they rang up less!

This post is linked to:
:: Friday Finals hosted by Southern Savers
:: Saving Our Cents Saturday

CVS Deals - Week of 3/14

Here are the best deals that I see at CVS this week. I've included two money-saving scenarios at the end.

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

ECB Deals
CoverGirl Outlast or Shineblast Lipcolor, Lipstain, or Lipgloss - $8.00 each
Use Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE coupon from 2/7 P&G insert
AND Use $1.00 off coupon from 2/7 P&G insert
ECBs Earned: $3.00 (limit 2)

Possible Scenario:
Buy 2 Lip Colors - $8.00 each
Use Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE coupon
Use $1.00 off coupon (for item that's not free)
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $7.00
ECBs Earned: $6.00
Final Price: $.50 each

Dove, Degree, Caress, Lever - Buy $15 - Get $5 ECBs (limit 1)
Products Listed:
Dove Shampoo/Conditioner/Styler - $4.00 each
Dove Men + Care Body & Face Wash - $5.00 each
Use $1.25 off coupon from 1/31 RedPlum insert
Degree/Dove Deodorants - $2.50 each
Use $1.25 off printable coupons or
Use $3.00 off 2 printable coupons
Caress/Dove/Lever Bar Soaps - $7.00 each
Use $1.00 off Lever printable coupon
Dove Body Wash - $7.00 each

Possible Scenario:
Buy 6 Dove/Degree deodorants for $2.50 each
Use 3 $3.00 off 2 printable coupons
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $6.00 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $5.00
Final Price: $1.00 ($.17 each)
Thanks, Jenny!

Schick Quattro Titanium Razor or Cartridges - $8.99 each
ECBs Earned: $5.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: $3.99

Gillette Disposable Razors - $6.49 each
Use $2.00 off coupon from 3/7 P&G insert
ECBs Earned: $2.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: $2.49 each

Right Guard Sport, Xtreme, or Dry Idea - 2 for $5.00
Use $2.00 off 2 Right Guard printable coupon
ECBs Earned: $2.00 when you buy 2 (limit 2)
Final Price: as low as $.50 each

CVS Brand Premium Ultra Bath Tissue (24 big rolls) - $9.99 each
ECBs Earned: $3.00 (limit 2)
Final Price: $6.99 each

Aussie or Herbal Essences Shampoo/Conditioner/Styler - $2.99 each
Use $1.00 off Aussie coupon from 2/14 RedPlum insert or
Use $1.00 off Herbal Essences coupon from 3/14 RedPlum insert or
Use Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE Herbal Essences coupon from 2/7 P&G insert

Possible Scenario:
Buy 1 Herbal Essences Shampoos - $2.99
Buy 1 Herbal Essences Styler - $2.99
Use Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE coupon
Use $1.00 off coupon (for the one that's not free)
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $1.99
ECBs Earned: $1.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: $.50 each

Easter Candy - Get $3 ECBs when you spend $10 on Easter candy (limit 2)
Use $2.00 off 3 Reese's/Hershey's printable coupon
Final Price: varies

Glade Products - Get $4 ECBs when you spend $10 (limit 2)
Products Include:
Sense & Spray - $6.00 each
PlugIns Lasting Impressions - $6.00 each
Fragrance Collection Reed Diffuser - $6.00 each
Soy Candle - $6.00 each
Essentials Oil Candle - $2.50 each
PlugIns Scented Oil Refill - $2.50 each
Sense & Spray Refill - $2.50 each
Scented Oil Candles Refills - $2.50 each
Scented Oil PlugIns Refills 2-pack - $4.00 each
Use $4.00 off Sense & Spray printable coupon
Use $1.00 off 2 PlugIns Scented Oil Refills printable coupon
Use $1.00 off 2 PlugIns Scented Get Refills printable coupon
Also check your previous receipts for CVS coupons that can be used.

Neutrogena - Spend $15 - Get $5 ECBs (limit 1)
Products Listed:
Healthy Skin or Healthy Defense - $11.99 each
Acne Facial Care or Advanced Solutions - no price listed
Use $5.00 off printable coupon
Cleanser, Scrub, Toner, Makeup Remover - $6.99
Moisture or Light Night Cream - $9.99
Ageless Intensives - $15.99
Sun Care or Sunless Tanning - $9.99
Neutrogena Men - no price listed
Anti-Oxidant Age Reverse or Ageless Restoratives - $17.99
Final Price: varies

Other Weekly Deals
Kashi Smart Start, Heart to Heart, GoLean Crunch Cereal or Bars - 2 for $5.00
Use $1.50 off Heart to Heart printable coupon (Firefox link HERE) or
Use $1.50 off 2 bars printable coupon
Final Price: as low as $1.00 each

Simply Asia Meals - $1.00 each
Use $.50 off coupon from 2/7 SmartSource insert
Final Price: $.50 each

CVS Brand Tissues - $.99 each

Kotex Lightdays, Pads, Tampons - $3.00 each
Use $1.00 off printable coupon
Final Price: $2.00 each

Possible Scenarios
Scenario 1 - The Goal: Spend $5 or Less Out-of-Pocket
Transaction #1
Buy 2 Right Guard Deodorants - $2.50 each
Use $2.00 off 2 printable coupon
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $3.00 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $2.00

Transaction #2
Buy 1 Herbal Essences Shampoo - $2.99
Buy 1 Herbal Essences Styler - $2.99
Use Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE Herbal Essences coupon from 2/7 P&G insert
Use $1.00 off Herbal Essences coupon from 3/14 RedPlum insert
Use $2.00 ECBs from Transaction #1
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $0 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $1.00

Transaction #3
Buy 2 Kashi Heart to Heart Cereals - $2.50 each
Buy 1 CVS Tissues - $.99
Use 2 $1.50 off Heart to Heart printable coupon (Firefox link HERE)
Use $1.00 ECBs from Transaction #2
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $1.99 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $0

Total Merchandise Value: $16.97
Total Out-of-Pocket Cost: $4.99 plus tax
Savings: $11.98 (71%)

Scenario #2 - The Goal: To Spend $10 or Less Out-of-Pocket
Transaction #1
Buy 2 CoverGirl Outlast Lip Colors - $16.00
Use Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE coupon from 2/7 P&G insert
Use $1.00 off coupon from 2/7 P&G insert
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $7.00 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $6.00

Transaction #2
Buy 6 Dove/Degree Deodorants - $15.00
Use 3 $3.00 off 2 printable coupons
Use $6.00 ECBs from Transaction #1
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $0 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $5.00

Transaction #3
Buy 2 Right Guard Deodorants - $5.00
Buy 1 Herbal Essences Shampoo - $2.99
Buy 1 Herbal Essences Styler - $2.99
Use $2.00 off 2 Right Guard printable coupon
Use Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE Herbal Essences coupon from 2/7 P&G insert
Use $1.00 off Herbal Essences coupon from 3/14 RedPlum insert
Use $5.00 ECBs from Transaction #2
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $0 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $3.00 ($2 Right Guard, $1 Herbal Essences)

Total Merchandise Value: $41.98
Total Out-of-Pocket Cost: $7.00 plus tax
Savings: $34.98 (83%)

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

*HOT* Deodorant Deal at CVS Next Week

Jenny from Southern Savers found some great deodorant coupons from Don't Fret the Sweat.

$1.25 off Degree Men Deodorant
$3.00 off 2 Degree Men Deodorant
$1.25 off Degree Girl Deodorant or Body Mist
$3.00 off 2 Degree Girl Deodorant or Body Mist
$1.25 off Suave 24 hour Deodorant
$3.00 off 2 Suave 24 hour Deodorant
$1.25 off Dove Ultimate Deodorant (not included in CVS deal)
$3.00 off 2 Dove Ultimate Deodorant (not included in CVS deal)

Jenny also noted that CVS is offering the perfect deal to go along with these coupons. You'll get $5 ECBs when you buy $15 worth of Dove or Degree products. The sale starts on 3/14, and it looks like you'll be able to get deodorant for less than $.17 each! Here's how it will work.

Buy 6 Dove/Degree deodorants for $2.50 each
Use 3 $3.00 off 2 printable coupons
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $6.00 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $5.00
Final Price: $1.00 ($.17 each)

Thanks, Jenny!!

FREE Dawn Hand Renewal at CVS

I mentioned in this week's CVS deal post that Dawn was on sale for $.97 each. I just received an email alerting me that the Dawn Hand Renewal is included in the $.97 sale. If you have the $1.00 off coupon from the Home Made Simple coupon booklet, you can get FREE Dawn!

If you don't have a Home Made Simple booklet, keep your eyes open for the next opportunity to request one. I'll let you know when it comes. This booklet is full of coupons for P&G cleaning products!

You can also register for the Home Made Simple newsletter and be among the first to know about special offers, samples, coupons, and sweepstakes offers from brands like Cascade, Dawn, Febreze, Mr. Clean, and Swiffer. Head over HERE to sign up for the newsletter.

Thanks, Shannon!

CVS Deals - Week of 3/7

Here are the best deals that I see at CVS this week. Note: If you're new to CVS shopping, be sure to read my post HERE before you begin.

ECB Deals
Tide 2x Ultra/Total Care - $5.97 each
Use $.35 off coupon from 2/7 P&G insert or
Use $1.00 off coupon from 3/7 P&G insert
ECBs Earned: $1.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: as low as $3.97 each

Downy or Bounce Liquid or Sheets - $5.97 each
Use $1.00 off any Downy coupon from 2/7 P&G insert or
Use $.25 off Bounce Sheets coupon from 3/7 P&G insert
ECBs Earned: $1.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: as low as $3.97 each

Cascade Gel or Powder - 2 for $5.97
Use 2 $.25 off coupons from 3/7 P&G insert
ECBs Earned: $1.00 when you buy 2 (limit 1)
Final Price: 2 for $4.47 ($2.24 each)

Bounty Basic Paper Towels (6-pack) - $5.97 each
Use $1.00 off coupon from 2/7 P&G insert or
Use $.25 off coupon from 3/7 P&G insert
ECBs Earned: $1.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: as low as $3.97 each ($.66 per roll)

Charmin Basic (12-pack) or Ultra Soft (9-pack) - $5.97 each
Use $.25 off coupon from 2/7 or 3/7 P&G insert
ECBs Earned: $1.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: $4.74 each

Duracell Batteries - $5.97 each
Use $1.00 off coupon from 2/7 P&G insert
ECBs Earned: $1.00 (limit 2)
Final Price: $3.97 each

Oral-B Cross Action Toothbrush - $4.00 each
Use $.75 off coupon from 2/7 or 2/21 P&G insert
ECBs Earned: $4.00 (limit 2)
Final Price: $.75 moneymaker each

Clairol Nice 'n Easy - $4.97 each
Use $1.00 off coupon from 2/7 P&G insert or
ECBs Earned: $1.00 (limit 2)
Final Price: $2.97 each

Pantene or Gillette Shampoo, Conditioner, Styler - 2 for $6.97
Use $1.00 off 2 Pantene coupon from 2/21 P&G insert or
Use $1.00 off 1 Pantene coupon from 2/7 P&G insert or
Use $2.00 off 2 Pantene coupon from 2/7 P&G insert or
ECBs Earned: $2.00 when you buy 2 (limit 2)
Final Price: as low as 2 for $2.97 ($1.49 each)

Pepsi Product 12-packs - 2 for $7.00
ECBs Earned: $2.00 when you buy 2
Final Price: 2 for $5.00 ($2.50 each)

Kellogg's Raisin Bran, Corn Flakes, Corn Pops, Rice Krispies, Apple Jacks, Froot Loops, Pop-Tarts, Rice Krispies Treats - 4 for $10.00
Use $1.50 off 2 printable coupon or
Use $1.00 off 3 Pop-Tarts coupon from 2/7 RedPlum insert or
Use $1.00 off 3 cereals coupon from 2/7 RedPlum insert or
Use $1.00 off 2 cereals coupon from 3/7 RedPlum insert
ECBs Earned: $5.00 when you buy 4
Final Price: as low as 4 for $2.00 ($.50 each)

True North Nuts or Stacy's Pita Chips - 2 for $5.00
Use $1.00 off Stacy's printable coupon or
Use $1.00 off Lay's printable coupon (includes Stacy's) or
Use $1.00 off True North printable coupon
ECBs Earned: $1.00 when you buy 2
Final Price: $1.00 each

Easter Candy - Buy $10 - Get $3 ECBs

Possible Deal:
Buy 4 M&M/Mars Bagged Chocolates - $10.00
Use Buy 2 - Get 1 FREE coupon from 3/7 RedPlum insert
AND Use $1.00 off 3 coupon from 3/7 RedPlum insert
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $6.50
ECBs Earned: $3.00
Final Price: 4 for $3.50 ($.88 each)
Note: This will only work if CVS is carrying the select products included on the Buy 2 - Get 1 FREE coupon. It might vary by store.

Vaseline Sheer Infusion Lotion - 2 for $12.00
Use 2 $1.50 off printable coupons or
ECBs Earned: $4.00 when you buy 2 (limit 1)
Final Price: 2 for $5.00 ($2.50 each)

Gillette Fusion, Venus Embrace or Breeze Razor - $8.99 each
Use $4.00 off Fusion coupon from 2/7 P&G insert or
Use $2.00 off Embrace or Breeze razor AND
Use coupon for FREE Olay Body Wash when you buy Embrace/Breeze
ECBs Earned: $4.00 (limit 1)
Final Price: as low as $.99 each

Nivea Lip Care - $2.99 each
Use Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE coupon (expires 3/7)
ECBs Earned: $2.99 (limit 1)
Final Price: FREE

Renu MultiPlus Solution Twin Pack - $12.99 each
Use $1.00 off printable coupon
ECBs Earned: $3.00 (limit 2)
Final Price: $8.99 each

Other Weekly Deals
V-8 Splash Juice - $3.00 each
Use $1.00 off printable coupon from Campbell's or
Use $1.00 off printable coupon from V-8
Final Price: $2.00 each

Baked Lays - $2.50 each
Use $1.00 off Lay's printable coupon
Final Price: $1.50 each

Almay Cosmetics - Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE ($1.99 - $15.79)
Use 2 $2.00 off coupons from 2/7 SmartSource insert
Final Price: as low as FREE

Dial Soap (3-pack) - $1.99 each
Use $.35 off coupon from 3/7 RedPlum insert
Final Price: $1.64 each

Garnier Nutrisse or HerbaShine Hair Color - $5.99 each
Use $2.00 off coupon from 2/7 or 3/7 RedPlum insert
Final Price: $3.99 each

5 Gum - $.88 each (limit 8)

Dawn Dish Liquid - $.97 each (limit 7)
Use $.25 off coupon from 3/7 P&G insert
Final Price: $.72 each

Possible Scenario
The Goal: Spend $5 or less out-of-pocket for as much as possible

Transaction #1
Buy 1 Oral-B Cross Action Toothbrush - $4.00
Use $.75 off coupon from 2/7 or 2/21 P&G insert
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $3.25 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $4.00

Transaction #2
Buy 1 Oral-B Cross Action Toothbrush - $4.00
Buy 1 Dawn Dish Liquid - $.97
Use $.75 off Oral-B coupon from 2/7 or 2/21 P&G insert
Use $.25 off Dawn coupon from 3/7 P&G insert
Use $4.00 ECBs from Transaction #1
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $0 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $4.00 (Oral-B)

Transaction #3
Buy 1 Gillette Fusion Razor - $8.99
Use $4.00 off coupon from 2/7 P&G insert
Use $4.00 ECBs from Transaction #2
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $.99 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $4.00

Transaction #4
Buy 1 Nivea Lip Care - $2.99
If you go on Sunday, you could get 2 Nivea products using the B1G1 coupon that expires on 3/7.
Buy 1 Dawn Dish Liquid - $.97
Buy 1 5 Gum - $.88
Use $.25 off Dawn coupon from 3/7 P&G insert
Use $4.00 ECBs from Transaction #3
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $.59 plus tax
ECBs Earned: $2.99 (Nivea)

Total Merchandise Value: $22.80
Total Out-of-Pocket Cost: $4.83 plus tax
Savings: $17.97 (79%)
ECBs for Next Week: $2.99

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
:: Saving Your Cents
:: Money Saving Mom

Stayfree Money-Maker at CVS

CVS currently has Stayfree pads (14-24 count) for $3.98. During the month of March, you'll earn $4 ECBs when you buy 2 packs. Here's how to turn this into a small money-maker (and end up with free product.)

Buy 2 Stayfree pads - $3.89 each
Use $1.00 off Stayfree printable coupon (Firefox link HERE)
AND Use Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE coupon from 1/3 RedPlum insert
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $2.80
ECBs Earned: $4.00
Final Cost: $1.20 moneymaker

Thanks, Deal Seeking Mom!

50 FREE Photo Prints from CVS

This deal is now over. I'll let you know if it comes back!

The CVS photo deal is back!! Register with the CVS photo center (click the image above), and you'll get up to 50 FREE prints!! This is a great way to back up your pictures somewhere other than on your own computer. But sign up now, because this promo usually goes really quickly!

CVS Trip - Saved 100%

I had 3 $10 CVS gift cards burning a hole in my pocket. I had picked up new prescriptions earlier this week and redeemed 2 of the prescription transfer coupons from the Target ad a few weeks ago. The other gift card came from redeeming the points we earn by using our bank's debit card. I figured I could turn their $10 gift card reward into SO much more!

Here's what I ended up with. (Click the image to enlarge.)

Starting ECBs: $6.00
Merchandise Value: $57.52
Out-of-Pocket Cost: $22.03 (paid with gift cards)
Ending ECBs: $23.00

This isn't my typical trip to CVS. Usually you see out-of-pocket costs of $.37 or $1.29 on my posts. But there were some great higher-priced items that were generating ECBs this week. I wanted to use my free CVS money (gift cards) to buy them so that I could then have the ECBs that they were generating. Technically, my out-of-pocket was ZERO for this week (not even tax!). Yay!!!

What I Bought:
6 boxes Valentine candy hearts - $.13 each
It was getting close to lunch, so 3 boxes are now empty!
2 Revlon eye shadow quads - $6.99 each
2 ThermaCare heat wraps - $6.29 each
1 12-pack Diet Mt. Dew - $3.34
1 Cheez-Its - $1.88
2 Dove Men + Care body wash - $5.49 each
1 Softsoap body wash - $4.99
1 Cheerios cup - $1.00
2 Colgate Total toothpastes - $2.50 each
1 BLUE nail polish - $2.99
(Blue nail polish for a sweet little girl who
REALLY wants blue nails = priceless)

Coupons I Used:
-$5.00 off $30.00 purchase CVS coupon received via email
-$2.00 off x 2 Revlon coupons from 2/21 SmartSource insert
-$2.00 off Revlon CVS coupon from previous receipt
-$6.99 Buy 1 - Get 1 FREE Revlon sale this week
-$2.00 off Thermacare coupon found on package
-$1.00 off Thermacare coupon from 1/31 RedPlum insert
-$1.50 off x 2 Dove Men + Care printable coupon (no longer available)
-$1.00 off Softsoap Body Wash coupon from March All You Magazine
-$1.00 off any body wash CVS coupon from previous receipt
-$1.00 off Cheerios printable coupon (must register)
-$1.00 off Colgate Total coupon from Kroger home mailer
-$1.00 off Colgate Total coupon from February All You Magazine
-$.50 off Sally Hansen nail polish coupon from 1/10 RedPlum insert
-$6.00 ECBs from last week

Extra Care Bucks Earned:
$12.00 Dove Men + Care (rain check)
$5.00 ThermaCare
$2.00 Colgate Total
$4.00 Softsoap

Merchandise Value: $57.52
Coupons & Buy 1 - Get 1 Savings: $35.49
Total Paid from Gift Card: $22.03
ECBs Earned: $23.00

My goal with these gift cards is to finish using them by buying items that generate ECBs. That way I can keep rolling them into new products that also produce ECBs. I can keep this up, meaning that I shouldn't be paying for much of anything at CVS for a while!

This post is linked to:
:: The Grocery Cart Challenge Shopping Round Up
:: Friday Finals hosted by Southern Savers
:: Super Savings Saturday hosted by Money Saving Mom
:: Shopping Superstars hosted by The Thrifty Mama
:: Saving Our Cents Saturday