CVS Weekly Deals 12/07-12/13

Hey couponing community! You know how much I love sharing my CVS hauls, and this week's deals (12/07-12/13) were truly exceptional. If you're wondering how to snag those impressive savings, let me walk you through some of my favorite strategies from this past week. It's all about stacking discounts, and with a little planning, you can walk out with a cart full of essentials for a fraction of the cost, just like I did! My first transaction was all about personal care items. I found a fantastic 'buy one, get one 50% off' deal on two different types of products I regularly use. This is a classic CVS strategy: always look for those BOGO deals in their weekly ad. What made it even better were the digital coupons I had loaded to my ExtraCare card, plus some in-store manufacturer coupons I'd clipped. After all those savings, the final net cost was incredibly low. And, of course, I checked my Ibotta app right after to see if there were any cash back offers for those specific items – and there were! Always double-check your cash-back apps before and after shopping. The second and third transactions focused on more personal care products. For these, I combined digital and in-store coupons with something called 'Extra Rewards for spending.' CVS often runs promotions where you get ExtraBucks back when you spend a certain amount on specific brands. This is where strategic planning comes in. I made sure to hit those spending thresholds to earn those ExtraBucks, which I could then roll into my next transaction. That's the beauty of the CVS rewards system – you can use what you earn to pay for future purchases, significantly lowering your out-of-pocket cost. My fourth transaction was a great example of combining a BOGO offer with digital savings. I picked up two units of a popular cleansing product that was 'buy one, get one 40% off.' On top of that, I had a digital coupon specifically for that brand. Stacking these two offers made a huge difference. Plus, because I had earned some Extra Rewards from my previous transactions, I was able to apply those here, bringing the payment down even further. It's like a couponing domino effect! Finally, my fifth transaction was almost a 'zero final payment' situation, which is always the goal! This involved an air freshener that had a digital coupon available and a breakfast cereal that qualified for cash back through a mobile application. By using my earned ExtraBucks from earlier purchases to cover the remaining balance, and then getting cash back on the cereal, it felt like a total win. This truly shows how a well-planned trip, combining digital coupons, in-store sales, ExtraBucks, and cash-back apps, can lead to incredible savings. My biggest takeaway for anyone looking to save big at CVS is this: Plan Ahead: Always check the weekly ad online or in-store. Load Digital Coupons: Link your ExtraCare card and load all relevant digital coupons. Check Cash Back Apps: Before you shop, check Ibotta or similar apps for offers. Understand ExtraBucks: Learn how to earn and redeem ExtraBucks effectively. Stack Deals: Combine sales, manufacturer coupons, digital coupons, and ExtraBucks whenever possible. Couponing might seem overwhelming at first, but with a little practice, it becomes second nature. These CVS weekly deals (12/07-12/13) were a prime example of how consistent effort can lead to substantial savings for your household. Don't be afraid to dive in and start saving!