on almost-free mascara (and a giveaway)...
Remember when I said I refused to pay more than $3 for mascara, ever again? Well, I'd like to retract that statement and say that I refuse to pay more than .50 for mascara. Ever again. Well, okay, odds are these deals won't happen all the time, but I was so giddy when I was able to get the above Physicians Formula mascara at CVS for only .25 per tube. I only paid .49 out of pocket for the double pack!
Since starting to actively coupon, I've been wanting to show a few deals I pick up here and there—just to show how it's not actually as difficult as you may think. As I've been learning firsthand, the whole idea of couponing is not about leaving the store with six carts of mustard. Because that's just silly. Also, I don't like mustard.
Anyway, here's how I got these for such a low price:
Original price: $10.49
— $1/off with coupon (from Sunday paper inserts)
— $2/off any $10 cosmetic purchase coupon (from CVS in-store coupon machine)
— received $7 CVS extra bucks (money back to spend on my next purchase)
So, essentially, they cost only .25 each. Crazy, right? I checked on Physician Formula's website, and one tube usually runs you somewhere around $9.95. So, this was quite the deal. Granted, I've never used their mascara, so I can't say whether or not it will change your life or anything. But it's worth a try, eh?
Since I already was able to get a similar deal on some Almay mascara a couple weeks ago, there's really no reason for me to hoard mascara like a crazy person. I thought I'd keep one of the above tubes for myself, and send the other to one of you lovely folks.
Simply leave a comment on this post sometime today or tomorrow (be sure to leave your email address if one isn't connected to your account) and I'll announce the winner on Saturday!
Wow! Nice job, fellow couponer!! I'd love to try that mascara! :)
ReplyDeleteImpressive!! Love some new mascara! tricia.gaastra@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteI've started couponing too! It can become addicting. I would love to try that mascara. Blessingswith4@AOL.com
ReplyDeleteGood for you! Kayleigh.nevers@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteYAYYY! I loved the link you posted for the coupons---it was on a previous post. Once I get organized I may actually be able to use it in a sensible manner. Right now I just scan through it all and dream about the possibilities.ha
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I'd love to try that mascara! And to be on top of couponing enough to get it for $0.25 :)
ReplyDeleteabsoLUTEly! love this, kerri. i need to get into the whole couponing thing. i haven't learned how to do it well yet!
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I totally have the coupon bug too- last week between Target and manufacturer coupons ( love that you can stack them there!), I was able to make my original $114 bill down to $81! Also I'd love to try the mascara- the one I'm on lately just doesnt have the staying power I want!
ReplyDeleteGreat job! CVS definitely has some great deals and trying new mascara is always fun! I haven't tried that brand before, but with a great deal I would.
ReplyDeleteYou are so sweet! I'm impressed with your deal seeking skills. Thank you for sharing how you find awesome money savings.
ReplyDeleteWOW, so amazing! You have definitely inspired me to coupon!! :)
ReplyDeletei love it when the coupon gods look down upon us and decide to make amazing deals!
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i'm loving these coupon posts! i try to coupon but the coupons are always for things i would never buy anyway.
ReplyDeleteme! me! me! ;) haha.
ReplyDeleteAwesome! I always end up forgetting coupons when I have them, ha. Looks like you've found a system! :)
ReplyDeleteThis makes me want to start couponing.
ReplyDeleteHow fun! I wish I had purchased that week's insert, because this is my brand of mascara! I love it so far. It doesn't magically transform my lashes or anything crazy, but it gets the job done and I know there aren't any crazy chemicals being painted onto my lashes, which is an added bonus. Thanks for sharing the wealth Kerri! :)
ReplyDeleteAs a new Momma- I never underestimate the power of mascara! Somedays just putting on a little make-up can help you get over the spit up covered t-shirt and lounge pants!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the coupon tips, gotta love a deal! :)
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ReplyDeleteWow, what a deal! It's worth a try. I'm venturing into couponing myself. Love your blog!
ReplyDeleteI've been wanting to try this one! Great find! I can't get into couponing with how picky I am with what I eat and use for personal products but I know that high!!
ReplyDeleteAwesome job! I really want to get into couponing!
ReplyDeleteyay for (almost) free stuff! i'll keep an eye out for you on a future episode of extreme couponing ;)
ReplyDeleteI've been using this stuff for a few years...I don't mind spending the money on it because it makes me feel good knowing (or hoping) that this stuff isn't terrible for my eyes. But WOW, .25!!! That's an amazing deal. I guess I will start looking through the ads...
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I could totally use a new mascara!! ashleykerekes@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteWow can't believe you found organic make-up for that price !
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- annelies
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ReplyDeleteI should really start couponing because I spend stupid amounts of money on everything. Ugh! But I'd love to try this new mascara! :) jenferlouise (at) gmail (dot) com
ReplyDeleteI have recently changed from Bare Minerals mascara to Loreal/Covergirl, etc...to try and save money. I WISH I could have gotten them for $0.50. I would love to try this brand. Thanks!
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That is an awesome deal! I would love to try this stuff! :)
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Great job, Kerri! I really want to dive into this whole couponing thing! Do you get the Sunday paper or do you get the coupon inserts from somewhere else? It might be worth to get a subscription, right?
ReplyDeleteGood deal! And a fun giveaway!
ReplyDeleteYour coupon deals are making me want to give it a try! I am going to try the $3 mascara too because you recommended it!
ReplyDeleteI'm dying to try the mascara!
ReplyDeleteNot sure if I missed the boat, but here goes it:)
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