Free Roll of Paper Towel at CVS

This week at CVS, you can get a roll of Just the Basics paper towel. When you get to the store, scan your Extra Care with the price checker machine. A coupon will print out which you can then use.

If you don't already have an Extra Care card, they are free and often needed for discounts at CVS. If you have an account but lost/forgot your card, you can use your phone number.

Great Free Stuff and Moneymaking Deals from CVS

Make sure you get over to CVS before Thanksgiving because they are running a ton of great deals. You can get stuff for free after extrabucks. The free items include select candy, OTC medicines, and more.

A great money making deal is for the Paypal pre-paid Mastercard. When you buy a $150 Paypal Mastercard, with a $4.95 activation fee, you'll get $50 extrabucks® rewards. That means you'll get the $150 Mastercard to spend anywhere plus $50 extrabucks to spend at CVS.

Check out all the deals at your local CVS by checking out the CVS Weekly Ad.

Great Deal for Hunger Games Fans from Covergirl and CVS

Covergirl is currently running a promotion in connection with their Hunger Games Capitol Beauty Studio Collection. Spend $20 at participating retailers and get a free ticket to Hunger Games (upto $14).

CVS is one of the participating retailers and they are running an extra care bucks reward which makes this promotion even better. Spend $20 on Covergirl products at CVS and you'll get the following:

• $20 worth of Covergirl products
• $14 movie cash voucher
• $7 extra care bucks coupons

That means you are spending $20 on $41 worth of products.

To get your movie voucher, email a picture of your reciept to cgcf@drvsusa.com and you will get a reply within 48 hours. The reply will have a promotional code to enter on CG Movie Ticket for your voucher.

Important information about the promotion can be found on the FAQ page.

Q: What retailers are running this offer?
A: The following retailers are participating in this program: Walmart, CVS, Walgreens, Rite Aid, Kroger, H-E-B, Giant Eagle, ShopRite, Harris Teeter, Ulta. Receipts from retailers not included in this list will not be accepted.

Q: What are the dates of this promotion?
A: This promotion will run from 10/1/13 to 12/31/13 at 11:59pm EST. Pictures of your receipt must be submitted by 1/7/14. If you are mailing in your receipt, actual receipts must be mailed and postmarked by 1/7/14. Once receipt is submitted, you will receive a PIN code that can be used to go online and download one adult movie ticket with a value up to $14 for Catching Fire. PIN codes as well as Movie Tickets expire on 1/31/14.

Get Your Flu Shot At MinuteClinic (CVS)

It's that time of year again. The leaves are turning colors and the people around you are beginning to cough and sneeze. I am not a medical provider so I can't say if one source of a flu shot is better than another. I also can't make any claims that guarantee a flu shot will keep you healthy. Normally I go to my doctor in October to get my annual flu shot. This year, I got my flu shot from the MinuteClinic inside my local CVS store.

When I go to the doctor I must first make an appointment and then often spend some time sitting in the waiting room before being taken back. I love my doctor, but for something simple like a flu shot, MinuteClinic was much more convenient. I stopped into CVS after work and after signing in on a touch screen, I answered a few screener questions which made sure I met the health qualifications (no allergies to the flu shot, correct age range, etc.) for the shot. Within minutes, a nurse came out and called me in. She confirmed my identity and asked if I had any questions regarding the screener or if I needed to clarify anything before having the vaccination. In total I spent less than 30 minutes at CVS, and that includes shopping with my 20% savings pass I received after my vaccination.

I thought that the MinuteClinic really lived up to its name because it literally only took a few minutes. This might not always be the case though because the nature of medical providers. At more popular times, or during a medical emergency you might need to wait longer. You can check on their website for a full list of medical services provided at MinuteClinic.

MinuteClinic locations accept insurance but they also provide preventative medical care if you don't have insurance. Often times they are lower in cost than going to a doctor. Some insurance companies cover the cost of the entire flu shot, while others might have you pay a small fee. If you have insurance, please check with your provider for full details and coverage.

What should I do to prepare for this flu season?
CDC recommends a yearly flu vaccine for everyone 6 months of age and older as the first and most important step in protecting against this serious disease. While there are many different flu viruses, the flu vaccine is designed to protect against the three main flu strains that research indicates will cause the most illness during the flu season. Getting the flu vaccine as soon as it becomes available each year is always a good idea, and the protection you get from vaccination will last throughout the flu season. In addition, you can take everyday preventive steps like staying away from sick people and washing your hands to reduce the spread of germs. If you are sick with flu, stay home from work or school to prevent spreading influenza to others.

Where can I get a flu vaccine?
Flu vaccines are offered in many locations, including doctor’s offices, clinics, health departments, pharmacies and college health centers, as well as by many employers, and even in some schools. Even if you don’t have a regular doctor or nurse, you can get a flu vaccine somewhere else, like a health department, pharmacy, urgent care clinic, and often your school, college health center, or work.

Source: Center for Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

Disclaimer: I received a free flu shot in exchange for this post. It did not effect my review of MinuteClinic. All opinions are 100% my own.

Free 8x10 Photo Collage at CVS

The MinuteClinic located in CVS wants to thank their loyal fans. Head over to the MinuteClinic Facebook page and click on the photo offer tab. You will get a promotional code good for one free 8x10 photo collage with in-store pickup.

*Registration open until 11:59 PM EST 10/18 or while supplies last. Offer valid for redemption online and pick up in-store only. Restrictions apply. CVS Photo will not accept offers printed from unauthorized internet postings or reproductions, copies, or facsimiles of this offer. Coupon code may only be used once. Coupon is void if copied, transferred and where prohibited by law. Tax charged on pre-coupon price where required. Collage print maximum $4.49 retail value. Coupon cannot be combined with any other CVS Photo coupons. Limit one entry and one coupon per customer, while supplies last. No cash back. FREE offer only valid on 8x10 same-day collage at cvsphoto.com.

Free Alcohol Wipes at CVS

Rubbing alcohol is great to have around the house for lots of reasons. Right now, CVS has a coupon available for a free box of pre-moistened alcohol wipes. I personally use this type of wipe to disinfect my earbuds, phone, and more. The coupon is valid for a box of 100 individually wrapped pads and expires on April 30, 2013.

Free 6-Pack of Vitamin Water with $10 Purchase at CVS

While supplies last, you can print out a coupon for a free six pack of Vitamin Water with a $10 purchase at CVS. The coupon has a short life and will expire on December 5, 2012.

Source: Chaching on a Shoestring

$10 for a $20 CVS Gift Card

LivingSocial is currently running a promotion for CVS. You can get a $20 CVS gift card for $10. This deal will sell out fast so hurry up and buy your gift card now.

Free (After Extra Care Bucks) At CVS

CVS doesn't want you to wait until Black Friday for some great deals. This week (expires November 21, 2012) there are a ton of items that are free after Extra Care Bucks (ECB). Just make sure you use your CVS card when you shop. The ECB will print out on the bottom of your receipt and can be used like a gift certificate on a future purchase.

The list below shows the out of pocket price. Unless otherwise noted, there is a limit of one per person for each deal. Some regions will vary so check your local flier.

South Beach diet meal or snack bar 5 ct. - $4.99
Pur Absorb liquid iron supplement 28-pk - $16.99
Kraft Macaroni & Cheese - $0.99
Scooby-Doo fruit snacks 8oz - $2
3M Command Hook Sample Pack - $0.99
Starbucks Refreshers, 12oz - $1.50
Starbucks Double Shot, 6.5oz - $1.99
Powerade, 32oz - $1
Easy Feet - $4.99
Play-Doh Soft-Pack, 8oz - $1
Hot Wheels Die Cast Car - $1
Bayer Contour next EZ meter - $10
Philips Universal Remote - $6.99
Youtheory Collagen - $9.49
Advil, 10ct - $2.99
Children's Advil - $2.37
Somnapure, 4ct - $1.99
ThermaCare lower back & hip heat wrap, 1ct - $3.49
Cepacol Sensations, 4ct - $1
Street King energy shot, 2pk - $3.99
Nasal Ease - $9.99
Select Carmex lip balm - $1
Glade plugins scented oil warmer - $1.25
Air Wick scented oil warmer - $0.99
Charmin Basic, single roll - $0.99
Coke 1.25lt - $0.99
Haviland thin mints or Nips - $0.88
Kleenex Slim Pack facial tissue 3pk or Sparkle Single Roll papertowels - $1

The last deal is not free but it's a really good deal if you need to buy some stocking stuffers or small gifts. Spend $75 on iTunes/App Store gift cards and get $20 in ECB. It can be multiple small denomination gift cards so you can buy any combination of iTunes/App store gift cards that add up to the $75.

Saving Discount Book and Discounted Gift Cards from Saveology

Saveology is often offering great gift card promotions for new users only, but this deal is available for everybody. Right now on Saveology, you can order an entertainment spree book with $600 worth of savings for only $5.99. I'm not sure exactly what comes in the book, but the websites image shows stores such as Petco, Target, and Sports Authority. They also have the logo for hotels like Wyndham and Holiday Inn.

If you have never subscribed to Saveology, make sure you check out their gift card promotions before buying this coupon book. The gift cards are for first time buyers only but are always amazing deals. Current gift card deals include:

• $3 for $10 Domino's Gift Card
• $5 for a $10 Brinker International Gift Card (Chili's, Macaroni Grill, On the Border, and more)
• $5 For A $10 Papa John's Gift Card
• $7.50 For A $15 iTunes Gift Card
• Old Navy Gift Card - Choose from Two Amounts (both 50% discount)
• $10 for $20 ExxonMobil Gift Card
• $3 For A $10 Boston Market Card
• $5 for a $10 Gift Card to Subway
• $12.50 For A $25 iTunes Gift Card
• $5 For A $10 CVS Gift Card
• $7.50 For A $15 Rainforest Cafe Gift Card

Double Rewards from CVS

If you have a CVS ExtraCare card, register it now to earn double quarterly rewards from September 16 until December 15, 2012. That means you'll earn 4% back on every CVS purchase.

Your card must be registered for this promotion in order to earn 4% back instead of the regular 2% back.

Free UNREAL Candy Bar from CVS

Have you tried the new brand of candy, UNREAL, from CVS? It's suppose to be free of artificial ingredients. I think it tasted good, but wasn't really any healthier than a normal candy bar.

Since these bars are new and CVS is still trying to get the word out, they want you to have a free candy to decide for yourself. Go request a coupon for a free UNREAL bar from CVS. You will need your extra care card number to enter on the Facebook page and then they will email you the coupon. Enjoy!

Limited quantity; Coupons available while supplies last. Up to a $1.19 value. Offer valid in store only. Limit of one coupon per customer. Must be age 18 or over.

Free Sunscreen From MinuteClinic (CVS)

Many CVS locations host a MinuteClinic where you can get quality medical care when your regular doctor isn't open. Right now, you can get a free travel size bottle of sunscreen when you like Minute Clinic on Facebook. This coupon will go public tomorrow, but Making Cents of It readers get the info early because you're just that special. The coupon is while supplies lasts, so don't wait too long.

Your coupon for a FREE travel-size CVS/pharmacy Brand Sunscreen is on the way to your inbox. Redeem it for one 2-oz. travel-size sunscreen at any CVS/pharmacy through Aug. 26.

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MinuteClinic provided the following tips for staying safe in the sun. The information below was copied and pasted from the e-mail I received regarding the special offer. Thank you MinuteClinic for sharing this helpful information for staying safe in the sun.

SUMMER SUN SAFETY TIPS, from MinuteClinic

What does SPF mean?

• SPF = Sun Protection Factor, which is a measure of how well sunscreen protects against UVB rays
• It also predicts, in some cases, how long it may take your skin to get sunburn when you are wearing that sunscreen
  

Under the new FDA sun care guidelines, look for sunscreen products that are:

• Labeled “Broad Spectrum,” which prevents against both UVA and UVB rays (these are the only products that can reduce the risk of skin cancer and early skin aging)
• SPF of at least 15, preferably 30 or 50
• Re-apply every 1.5-2 hours!
• (Note: products will no longer be labeled as “sunblock”, “waterproof” or “sweatproof” since suncreens eventually always wear off)
  

What’s the difference b/t UVA & UVB rays?

• UVA rays are more responsible for the skin’s aging
• UVB rays are the rays that cause sunburn
  

When it comes to spending time in the sun, remember:

• Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. & 2 p.m., so limit your outside time during those hours
• Some makeup products or prescription medications can make your skin more sensitive to the sun, so be sure to read labels and take caution
• If you do get burned and feel as though you need medical care, visit your local MinuteClinic for a thorough assessment and treatment. To find a location nearest you, visit www.minuteclinic.com/locations
  

(Note that sunburn patients with a fever greater than 99.9 degrees, with blistering of greater than 5 cm, and those who are immunocompromised or have diabetes may be referred to another care setting.)

Free Amp Energy or Starbucks Refreshers at CVS

This week at CVS, Amp Energy drinks and Starbucks Refreshers are on sale for 2/$3. When you purchase two, you'll get $3 in extrabucks towards your next purchase. That makes the final cost of the drinks free.

$4 off $20 at CVS

Normally I don't post random coupons that come out of the coupon center at CVS because they're different all the time with no guarantees of what will print for you. This time, I have decided to post the coupon because CVS posted it on their Facebook page.

Scan your extra care card at the coupon center (price checker) at any CVS and a coupon for $4 off $20 will print out for you to use.  You must go before Wednesday (July 18, 2012).

Use your $4 coupon to save even more on this weeks sales.

•  free - unreal bar ($0.75 extra care rewards)
• $0.88 - 7Up, Canada Dry, AW, and Sunkist 2 liter bottles
• $0.77 - Pepsi, Mountain Dew 2 liter bottles

Choose Your Reward At CVS

CVS on Facebook has reached one million fans so to celebrate they're allowing you to select one of four coupons.

• $3 Off $15 in Heath Items
• $3 Off $15 in Beauty Items
• Free 5x7 Print
• $2 Off Any Candy or Beverage

There have been reports of problems redeeming the coupons and I personally experienced a problem as well at the register because the coupon has an error message that the "unique code" was already redeemed. However I hope that CVS is aware of the issue and looking into it already. Request your coupon now, so when the problem fixed you'll be good to go.

Cheap Coke Products at CVS

If you drink Coke products, you're going to want to stop by CVS this week. Two liter bottles are on sale for $0.79 through July 3, 2012. There is a limit of six bottles per person and a deposit might be required based on where you live.

You might also be interested in their special on water. You can get a 24-pack of 16.9 fl.oz. Just the Basics (CVS' brand) bottles of water for $2.44. That comes out to about $0.79 per gallon of water and it's already portioned out. I don't normally recommend buying the individual bottles but this is really a great price. Just make sure you recycle your empty bottles.

Check out CVS' weekly ad for more deals.

Free Bodywash from CVS and MinuteClinic

Go like MinuteClinic on Facebook and you'll get a coupon for a free bottle of body wash at CVS. The coupon will be emailed to you and must be redeemed before May 20, 2012.

MinuteClinics are located nationwide inside CVS stores and provide medical care when your doctor isn't available.

Free $5 CVS Gift Card With Each $25 Gift Card Purchase

This is a repeat deal from earlier in the year. For every $25 worth of gift cards you buy for CVS, you'll get a $5 gift card free. They must be CVS eGift Cards which means you will have an email to print, not a physical card. It still works the same and can be used in the stores and online.

• For every $25 worth of Gift Card by Email (eGift Card) purchased, the purchaser receives a $5 eGift Card.
• Limited time offer.
• You will receive one eGift Card based on your total purchase.

eGift Card purchase total is limited to $150 per single transaction.

The website mentions it being a limited time offer but doesn't give an expiration date.

Possible Free Toliet Paper at CVS

While I can't find this deal posted anywhere on CVS.com or their weekly flier, I did see it today when I stopped by CVS. They currently have a cardboard display advertising Cottonelle Toilet Paper with a designer roll cover for $1.99 with $1.99 back in Extra Care Bucks. The display says limit one, but when I purchased the toilet paper my receipt didn't say I had reached my limit. By the end, I got four free rolls of toilet paper with nice plastic cases.

Cottonelle has been advertising the free designer toilet paper covers with purchase for a while with $1.99 shipping or $2 (plus $1.99) for additional covers. This deal at CVS will give you the case AND a roll of toilet paper for free.  The roll cover is a nice plastic case and comes in three designs.

While you're at CVS, make sure you pick up your free Snickers bar this week.