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Impromptu CVS Couponing Trip!!

I’ve wanted to try the Neutrogena Evenly Clear for quite some time now, and CVS happened to have it on clearance for $4.87 and $5.87.

(3) Crest $3.99

(2) Neutrogena $4.87

(1) Neutrogena $5.87

(2) Degree $5.79

Coupons used

$5/3 Crest

$3.50/1 Neutrogena

$5/2 Degree

$3/$15 CVS Purchase (sent via email)

$10.27 ECB

$10/$30 Beauty/Personal Care

OOP $2.39

Received $12 ECB

$5 with the purchase of 3 Crest

$5 for spending $10 on Neutrogena

$2 for purchasing 2 Degree

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I recently tried an impromptu couponing trip at CVS, focusing on brands like Neutrogena, Crest, and Degree. Having wanted to try the Neutrogena Evenly Clear retinoid treatments for a while, I was thrilled to find them on clearance priced around $4.87 to $5.87. What made this trip especially rewarding was stacking various manufacturer and CVS store coupons together to dramatically reduce the overall cost. Using coupons such as $3.50 off one Neutrogena, $5 off three Crest toothpastes, and $5 for two Degree deodorants, I managed to bring my out-of-pocket (OOP) expense to just $2.39 after multiple discounts and clearance savings. Additionally, CVS’s ExtraCare Bucks (ECBs) rewards program paid me back $12 in ECBs, which can be used toward future purchases – essentially making parts of this shopping trip free or highly discounted. One thing I learned firsthand is how vital it is to carefully track coupon limits and combine them with store promotions. For example, the $3 off a $15 CVS purchase coupon received via email, combined with the $10 off $30 beauty and personal care promotion, helped increase savings tremendously. This layering strategy can help maximize savings on popular skincare and oral care products. When buying skincare treatments like those containing adapalene gel or salicylic acid (both in the Neutrogena products I purchased), getting them at a discounted price is particularly important because these are premium products for acne treatment. This trip gave me the chance to try them without the hefty usual price tag, and also provided me with multiple Crest Pro-Health Whitening toothpastes that support sensitive teeth and help prevent cavities—another hidden gem for oral health savings. If you’re considering an impromptu couponing run at CVS, remember to check clearance aisles regularly for hidden deals, subscribe to CVS emails for exclusive coupons, and stack manufacturer coupons with store promotions and ECBs. This can turn a simple shopping trip into a savvy budget win. After all, smart couponing not only saves money but also lets you explore new products cost-effectively.

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