CVS: Puff, Puff, Pass

Knock on wood: I've been healthy for a week straight. No coughing, no sneezing, no stomach aches, nothing. It's a shock.

And I'm not taking it for granted, believe me.

I'm taking advantage of the nice weather by taking long walks; I'm wearing dresses and heels because I feel good enough too; and I'm stocking up on tissues for when I get sick again.

Because I will. I'm sure I will.

This week [[ending 06/05]] at CVS, Puffs tissues are on sale for $1. It's a little more than they were last sale, but if you missed out, you can't complain too much.

If you still have the $1/1 coupon that came with the Vocalpoint sample, you can get a box for free. There were also $.50/1 coupons, which means you'll be paying two quarters for a box.

They'll come in handy come cold season [[which for me is every season]].

CVS: Make-Up Sale

Seems like CVS has lots of make-up deals this week [[ending 06/05]]. Nothing that stands out to me as a money maker or free deal but still worth sharing for our CVS shoppers.

Maybelline - 40% off
Rimmel - Buy One Get One 50% Off
Sally Hansen - Buy One Get One 50% Off
Revlon - Buy One Get One 50% Off
CoverGirl - Buy One Get One 50% Off

Coupons I know of:
$1/1 Maybelline tearpads
Rimmel coupons in 4/18 inserts; $1/1 tearpad coupons
Sally Hansen $1/1 tearpads, $1/2 in 5/2 inserts

You should be able to get some good deals with the sales and coupons out there. Let us know what deals you got.

ShopRite: Weekly Deals For 05/30 To 06/05

Thanks so much to Cindy at Living Rich With Coupons, one of the members of our Supermarket Social, for this week's ShopRite deals. Be sure to check out her full post here.

Muir Glen Tomato Sauce 15 oz $1.59
use $1/1 Muir Glen Printable
$0.59 each after coupon

Newman’s Own Salsa $1.99
use $0.50/1 Newman’s Own Printable
$0.99 each after coupon

Lifesavers $1.00 (must buy 2)
buy 2 and use $1/2 Lifesavers Printable
$0.50 each after coupon

:: GROCERY

Kellogg’s or Keebler Crackers $1.99
use $1.50/1 Keebler Wheatable Nut Crisps or Wheatable Crackers Printable
or use $1/1 Keebler Wheatables Crackers 8.5 oz + Any Printable
$0.99 each after coupon

General Mills Cereals $1.99
use $0.55 Honey Nut Cheerios Printable
or use $1/1 Kix Cereal Printable
or buy 2 and use $1.50/2 General Mills Cereal Printable
or buy 2 and use $1/2 General Mills Cereal 5/2/2010 SS Insert (exp 6/12/2010)
as low as $0.89 each after coupon
Also there is a $0.55/1 Kix Cellfire coupon

Quaker Cereals $1.99
use $0.50/1 Capn Crunch Cereal from the 5/16 RedPlum insert
or buy 2 and use $1/2 Cap’n Crunch Cereal from the 5/16 RedPlum insert
as low as $0.99 each after coupon

Betty Crocker Fruit Snacks $1.66
buy 2 and use $0.50/2 Betty Crocker Fruit Snacks Printable
$1.16 each after coupon

Chex Mix or Bugles $1.50
use $0/50/1 Chex Mix 4.5 oz + or Chex 100 Calorie Snack Printable
or use $0.50/1 Chex Mix 4.5 oz+ or 100 Cal Snacks Printable
or use $0.50/1 Chex Mix or Chex 100 Calorie Snack 4.5 oz + Printable
or buy 2 and use $0.50/2 Chex Mix 4/18/2010 SS Insert
as low as $0.50 each after coupon

Nabisco Ritz Crackers or 100 Cal Packs $2.77
buy 2 and use $1/2 Nabisco Crackers 5/16/2010 SS Insert
$2.27 each after coupon

Wise Potato Chips $1.89
use $0.50/1 Wise Potato Chips, 8.75 oz + Printable
$0.89 each after coupon

Malt O Meal Cereal $2.49
or use $0.75/1 Malt-O-Meal Blueberry Muffin Tops Cereal 11 oz+ Printable
as low as $0.99 each after coupon

Truvia Natural Sweetener $3.39
use $1/1 Truvia Natural Sweetener All You magazine June
$2.39 each after coupon

Quaker Granola Bars $1.99
buy 2 and use $1/2 Quaker Chewy Granola Bars 5/2/2010 RP Insert
or buy 2 and use $0.75/2 Quaker Chewy Granola Bars 5/2/2010 RP Insert
as low as $1.24 each after coupon

Aunt Jemima Pancake Mix $1.99
buy 2 and use $1/2 Aunt Jemima Mix or Syrup 24 oz+ 5/2/2010 RP Insert
$1.49 each after coupon

Wish Bone Salad Dressing $2.50
use $0.75/1 Wish-Bone Dressings or Salad Spritzers Dressings Printable
or use $0.75/1 Wish-Bone Dressing 5/23/2010 RP Insert
or buy 2 and use $1.25/2 Wish-Bone Dressings 5/23/2010 RP Insert
or buy 2 and use $1.50/2 Wish-Bone or Wish-Bone Western Dressings Wish-Bone or Wish-Bone Western Dressings 5/23/2010 RP Insert
as low as $1.00 each after coupon

Olivia’s Organic Spring Mix $5.49
use $1/1 Olivia’s Printable (zip code: 15931)
$4.49 each after coupon

Betty Crocker Frosting $1.66
Betty Crocker Cake Mix $1.25 (must buy 4)
buy 4 each and use (4)$0.75/2 Betty Crocker Cake And Frosting 5/2/2010 SS Insert
or buy 4 each and use $0.50/2 Betty Crocker Cake Mix and Frosting Printable
as low as $0.71 each after coupon

Ronzoni Smart Taste Pasta $1.00 (must buy 3)
buy 3 and use use $0.75/1 Ronzoni Smart Taste Pasta Printable
free after coupons

Pompeian Olive Oil $2.49
use $1/1 Pompeian Olive Oil Printable
or use $1/1 Pompeian Olive Oil 5/23/2010 RP Insert
$1.49 each after coupon

Pompeian Extra Virgin Olive Oil $3.49
use $1/1 Pompeian Olive Oil Printable
or use $1/1 Pompeian Olive Oil 5/23/2010 RP Insert
$2.49 each after coupon

Pompeian Red Wine Vinegar $1.49
use $0.50/1 Pompeian vinegar Printable
or buy 2 and use $1/2 Pompeian 5/23/2010 RP Insert
as low as $0.49 each after coupon

Gulden’s Mustard $1.00
buy 2 and use BOGO from the 5/16 SmartSource insert
$0.50 each after coupon

Ken’s Salad Dressing $1.66
buy 2 and use $1/2 Ken’s Salad Dressing 5/9/2010 SS Insert
$1.16 each after coupon

Betty Crocker Suddenly Salad $1.00
use $0.40/1 Betty Crocker Suddenly Salad Mix Printable
or buy 2 and use $0.50/2 Betty Crocker Salad Mixes 5/23/2010 SS Insert
$0.20 each after coupon

Cremette Elbow Macaroni $.75
use $0.50/1 Creamette Quick Cook, any box Printable
free after coupon

Sweet Baby Ray’s BBQ Sauce $1.49
buy 2 and use $1/2 Sweet Baby Ray’s 5/23/2010 SS Insert
$0.99 each after coupon

:: DAIRY

Kraft Singles $1.77
Buy 2 and get a Free Kraft Meltdowns ($2.99)
**See below for possible catalina

Dannon Light & Fit Yogurt $.66
buy 6 and use $0.40/6 Dannon Fruit on the Bottom Cups, exp. 7-4-10 (SS 05/09/10)
or buy 10 and use $1/10 Dannon Fruit on the Bottom Cups, exp. 7-4-10 (SS 05/09/10)
as low as $0.53 each after coupon

Oscar Mayer Beef Franks $1.99
buy 2 and use $1/2 Oscar Mayer Hot Dogs 5/16/2010 SS Insert
or buy 2 and use $1/2 Oscar Mayer Hotdogs Printable
$1.49 each after coupon

Turkey Hill Iced Tea $1.66
buy 2 and use $1/2 Turkey Hill or Nature’s Accents 4/11/2010 RP Insert
$1.16 each after coupon

Over the Moon Milk $2.99
use $1/1 Tuscan Over the Moon Milk 64oz 5/23/2010 SS Insert
$1.99 each after coupon

Almond Breeze Milk $2.99
use $0.55/1 Almond Breeze Milk Smart Source
or use $1/1 Blue Diamond Almond Breeze 5/23/2010 SS Insert
as low as $1.89 each after coupon

Breyer’s Yogurt $.50
buy 4 and use $0.50/4 Breyers YoCrunch Yogurt Cups, SS 05/23/10
or buy 8 and use $1/8 Breyers YoCrunch Yogurt Cups, SS 05/23/10
or buy 4 and use $0.50/4 Breyers YoCrunch Yogurt Cups SS 03/28/10
or buy 8 and use $1/8 Breyers YoCrunch Yogurt Cups SS 03/28/10
as low as $0.25 each after coupon

Chobani Greek Yogurt $1.25
buy 3 and use B2G1 Free Printable
$0.83 each after coupon

Breakstone’s Sour Cream $1.66
use $0.55/1 Breakstone Sour Cream, 16 oz + Printable
$0.56 each after coupon

Smart Balance Sour Cream $.99
use $0.50/1 Smart Balance Sour Cream, exp. 7-7-10 (RP 05/23/10)
free after coupon

Laughing Cow Mini Net Cheese $2.49
buy 2 and use $1/2 The Laughing Cow Cheese Wedges, SS 03/28/10 #2
or use $1/1 The Laughing Cow Cheese Wedges, SS 03/28/10 #2
as low as $1.49 each after coupon

Oscar Mayer Deli Fresh Meats $3.50
or use $1/1 Oscar Mayer Deli Fresh Meats Printable
as low as $2.50 each after coupon

:: MEAT

Hillshire Farm Polska Kielbasa $2.49
use $0.55/1 Hillshire Farm Links Printable
$1.39 each after coupon

Johnsonville Bratwurst Links $1.99
use $0.55/1 Johnsonville Brats or Italian Sausage, 19.76 oz Printable
or use $0.55/1 Johnsonville Brats 5/2/2010 SS Insert
$0.89 each after coupon

:: FROZEN

Blue Bunny Ice Cream $1.99
use >$0.75/1 Blue Bunny Novelty All You Magazine June
or use $1/1 from the 5/23 SmartSource
or use $1/1 Blue Bunny Printable
as low as $0.49 each after coupon

Green Giant Steamers $2.00
use $0.50/1 Green Giant Steamers Printable
$1.00 each after coupon

Luigi’s Italian Ices $1.99
use $0.50/1 Luigi’s Real Italian Ice 5/2/2010 RP Insert
or use $0.50/1 Luigi’s Real Italian Ice 5/16/2010 RP Insert
or use $0.50/1 Luigi’s Real Italian Ice RP
$0.99 each after coupon

Haagen Daaz cups $1.00
buy 3 and use $1/3 Skinny Cow, Haagen-Dazs, or Edy’s Cup 3.6oz+ All You Magazine May
$0.67 each after coupon

Green Giant Vegetables $2.00
use $0.50/1 Green Giant Steamers Printable
$1.00 each after coupon

SuperPretzel $2.50
use $0.50/1 Superpretzel Item 5/2/2010 RP Insert
or use $0.50/1 Superpretzel Soft Pretzel Item Printable
$1.50 each after coupon

:: HOUSEHOLD

Angel Soft Bath Tissue 12- Pack $2.24
use $0.50/1 $0.50/1 Angel Soft Toilet Paper Printable
or buy 2 and use $1/2 Angel Soft Bath Tissue 5/23/2010 RP Insert
or use $0.50/1 Angel Soft 5/23/2010 RP Insert
as low as $1.24 each after coupon

Reynolds Wrap Aluminum Foil $1.99
use $1/1 Reynolds Wrap Aluminum Foil (excluding 20, 25 and 30 sq. ft) Printable
or use $1.25/1 Reynolds Wrap Foil 100% Recycled Aluminum Printable
or use $1/1 Reynolds Wrap Foil 5/16/2010 SS Insert (exp 6/30/2010)
or use $0.75/1 Reynolds Foil 4/18/2010 SS Insert (exp 5/31/2010)
or use $1/1 Reynolds Wrap Foil 5/16/2010 SS Insert (exp 6/30/2010)
as low as $0.49 each after coupon

Hefty Foam Plates $1.66
buy 2 and use $1/2 Hefty Plates, Cups or Bowls 5/16/2010 RP Insert (exp 8/31/2010)
$1.16 each after coupon

Dixie Grab N Go Cups $1.99
$0.35/1 Dixie Perfect Select Cups 3/14/2010 RP Insert (exp 6/15/2010) not sure if this is the same thing
$1.29 each after coupon

Chinet Casuals Plates $1.24
use $1/1 Chinet Classic White Printable
or use $1/1 Chinet Salad Dishes, exp. 6-30-10 (SS #2 03/28/10) if included
$0.24 each after coupon

Hefty Trash Bags $1.24
buy 2 and use $1/2 Hefty Bags Printable
$0.74 each after coupon

Ajax 2x Laundry Detergent $1.69
buy 2 and use $1/2 Fab, Dynamo or Ajax 5/23/2010 SS Insert (exp 11/30/2010)
$1.19 each after coupon

Final Touch Fabric Softener $1.99
$0.25/1 Final Touch Softener 5/23/2010 SS Insert (exp 11/30/2010)
$1.49 each after coupon

Sunlight dish Detergent $0.79 (4 DAY SALE)
use $0.25/1 from the 2/28 Smartsource insert
or use $0.25/1 from the 5/23 Smartsource insert
$0.29 each after coupon

2000 Flushes Bowl Cleaner $1.64
use $0.55/1 2000 Flushes Toilet Bowl Cleaner, exp. 7-31 (SS 4/11/10)
or use $1/1 2000 Flushes Toilet Bowl Cleaner, exp. 7-31-10 (SS 04/11/10)
or use $1/1 2000 Flushes From the All You Magazine June
as low as $0.54 each after coupon

Chore Boy Scrub Sponges $1.34
use $0.55/1 Chore Boy Printable
or use $0.55/1 from the 5/16 Smartsource insert
or use $1/2 from the 5/16 Smartsource insert
or use $1/1 from the 5/16 SmartSource insert
as low as $0.24 each after coupon

:: HBA

Keri Lotion $3.99
use $1/1 Keri Product Printable
or use $2/1 Keri Lotion 5/23/2010 SS Insert
as low as $1.99 each after coupon

One A Day Vitamins $5.84
use $2/1 One A Day Adult or Teen 4/25/2010 SS Insert
or use $1/1 One A Day Product 3/21/2010 SS Insert

:: CATALINA

Buy 2 Kraft Singles $1.77 get 1 Kraft Meltdowns FREE
Kraft Singles, Kraft Real Mayo, Kraft Miracle Whip or Oscar Mayer Deli Fresh Meat
5/21/10 and 6/13/10
Buy (2) & Get $1.00
Buy (3) & Get $2.50
Buy (4) or more Get $5.00

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Nabisco Chips Ahoy! $2.49
Buy 2 get $1.00
Buy 3 get $3.00
Buy 4 get $4.00
$1.49 each after catalina

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Swiffer: Buy 2 Get $10

Swiffer Sweeper $8.99
$2/1 Swiffer Starter Kit 5/2/2010 P&G Insert (exp 5/31/2010)

Swiffer Wet Jet $18.99

Deal Idea:
Buy 2 Swiffer Sweeper $8.99 each
-(2)$2/1 coupons
pay: 13.98
Get a $10 catalina
$1.99 each after coupon

Coupon Alert: Food Should Taste Good

I just inhaled a bag of Food Should Taste Good chips. Okay, not an entire bag ... but definitely more than the 1 oz serving size.

But the chips, oh, they really do taste good.

If you head over to this link and sign up for the brand's email list, you'll get a $1 printable. Believe me, you'll be happy you got these.

Michael's: Memorial Morning

We don't have an oven. Our kitchen is being redone, and the oven has been out for a week. We have a microwave, a grill, and a propane stove ... but you can't grill a cake. I mean, you probably can, but I wouldn't.

Which put me in a slight bind when I wanted to make something for someone's birthday last week. So I ended up making chocolate covered Newman's Own creme-filled cookies [[read: the ones like Oreos]], made flower-shaped M&Ms, and put them in a Styrofoam and construction paper box.

It was super cute. And I got most of it at the craft store.

Speaking of craft stores, Michael's is having a sale today [[May 31]] from 9 am to 1 pm. You can get 20% off with this coupon. Just print, bring it to Michael's, and you're good to go. The coupon does work on sale items, but not clearance. But that's better than nothing.

CVS: Don't Lose Your Teeth

I wish I had something exciting to tell you about Fixodent, some thrilling lead in that would get you through to the end of this post. But truth is, I don't know much about it. I'm pretty sure that it's to keep your teeth in place, but don't quote me on that. If you use it, you know what it's for; and chances are you'll read this post without a story.

With that being said, Fixodent Control to Go three-packs are giving back $2 in ecb this week [[ending 06/05]] at CVS. Well, they're supposed to be on sale for $3.99.

Nope.

They're on clearance for $2.49. And the clearance ones are giving back $2 in ecb [[my mom tried, so I know this is legit]]. So 49 cents for the trio.

If you need this, you're gonna wanna get yourself to CVS for sure.

Mail Call Monday

Welcome to the Memorial Day edition of Mail Call Monday. It's exactly the same as every other Mail Call Monday, except this time, I get to wish you a Happy Memorial Day. You see what I did there? Yeah. But, honestly, all of us at Drugstore Divas want to wish you the very best today. Have fun ... but be safe and smart. Chances are you have work in the morning.

This week, I got ...

Tasters Choice singles and four boxes of Coffee-Mate from The Coffee-Mate Brew Crew

Hawaiian Tropic sunlotion and samples with coupons from SheSpeaks

OK magazine

Spin magazine

Watch magazine

Two Neutrogena sunscreens from Tidal Labs

Dr. Scholl's insole

Wish-bone salad dressing coupon from [[apparently]] emailing them in the past

Kraft sample pack [[including Wheat Thins, drink mix, free coupons, and a rebate]]

Similac coupon

Pantene sample

Oscar Mayer turkey bacon coupon from Kraft First Taste

Price Chopper: Marcal Manager Special

I have a bunch of the free Marcal Small Steps coupons that expire on 05/31. There are only one or two stores near me that carry the toilet paper. I get it and donate to the SPCA. Weis has been out for ages so I was afraid the coupons would go to waste.

I went to Price Chopper for some fresh fruit ... fabulous by the way. Price Chopper had the Marcal paper towels on manager special for 71 cents. Free after the coupon.

There are also Marcal free or up to $1 off coupons that don't expire until 06/21. I don't know how long the sale is but I am heading back tomorrow to use the rest of my coupons.

Target: SoBe Gift Card Deal

I was lucky enough to find buy five get one free SoBe LifeWater tearpad coupons. I have been holding onto them for a deal. Now this week [[ending 06/05]], Target has a great deal. SoBe LifeWater is on sale ten for $10. If you buy ten you will get a free $5 Target gift card. That makes them just 50 cents each.

In case you don't have the tearpad coupons, remember that coupon alert I just told you about. That will help make this deal even better.

Walgreens: Ecotrin Money Maker

I think everyone knows someone who is on an asprin regiment. My mom takes them, Lisa's gram takes them, and I keep them on hand for my dog, Rocco ... just in case. Walgreens is going to help anyone who needs Ecotrin this week [[ending 06/05]].

Walgreens has Ecotrin on sale for just $2 and are giving back $2 in register rewards. Free Ecotrin. If you have the $2/1 from the Red Plum inserts, Walgreens is paying you to be heart healthier.

And The Winners Are ...

We've had quite a few giveaways end this holiday weekend. It wasn't planned like that, but now you can get sunshine, a day off of work, and win a prize. Sounds fantastic. Too bad I can't enter any of our contests.

If you entered, you're gonna wanna keep reading to see if you're a lucky winner.

In our and GauchoBlog's Smashbox gift card giveaway, there were two winners [[because the amount of entries were so high]]. GauchoBlog has selected Liz and Susiela as the winners. Please email editor[[at]]gaucho.com to claim your prize.

In our Sugar-Free Ring Pops giveaway, the lucky winner is Amber, who would love to try the watermelon.

And, in our Vote for Mallory coupon giveaway [[which is still open, but this is part one ending]], the lucky winner is Moosley, who voted.

We've still got our One eskimO giveaway open until Saturday, so try your luck there if you weren't one of our lucky winners.

Coupon Alert: Littlest Pet Shop

I never ended up getting any My Little Pony toys for my niece for her birthday. My "sister" said my niece didn't need any more toys, so none for her. But maybe she'll need new toys for Christmas. I know it's far off, but there's still time to think.

If you are thinking of Christmas, think Littlest Pet Shop. There's a bogo coupon here. I heard a rumor that these were going to be bogo at Toys R Us in the near future, but I may have misread that email. But I'd print these ... just in case.

Ikea: Free Breakfast

I don't know if you have heard me complain about Ikea. I love the store!! But it is so far away. It is about two hours down the PA Turnpike for me. And not in a really convenient location either. So I never get there.

If you are lucky enough to have an Ikea close to you, you want to visit them today, May 30, or tomorrow, May 31. Stores are giving away a free breakfast. A free small 99-cent breakfast and a free small coffee. More info here.

PSA: Save Your Newspaper Money

This is just a small announcement to let you know that because of Memorial Day Weekend, there won't be any inserts in today's papers [[May 30]].

So, keep the money you usually spend on your papers and do something fun with it. Or save it until next week.

I mean, there will probably be some good stories in your paper this week, but, no coupons. And if you only buy it for the coupons and recycle the rest, well, don't spend your money.

Swagbucks: Donate To Nashville

Unless you've been sleeping under a rock for weeks, you know there was a huge flood in Nashville.

And, let me guess: You wanted to help, but money's tight.

I understand.

But if you're a member of Swagbucks, you can donate your bucks to Nashville relief through Tuesday, June 1.

Now, you know you can get a free Swagbucks for the daily poll. And another free one for scrolling through the Special Offers. So, just do those and donate them and you'll be making a difference.

Every little bit helps.

American Eagle: Weekend Savings

It's Memorial Day weekend, which is the unofficial start to summer.

Which means it's time to buy summer clothes.

But don't ever pay retail. Especially if you're heading over to American Eagle. If you are, print out this coupon and save 15% between now and Monday, May 31.

If you'd rather shop online, use the code 43055701 at check out. And, all weekend, you can get free shipping.

And, since I'm checking out the site, I found out if you head here, you can enter to win a $1,000 gift card. Yup, I'm gonna enter. Good luck if you do too.

Jamba Juice: Get Your Pop[[Chip]] On

My grandma came up from Florida yesterday and waiting for her in her room was a bag of popchips. What kind of granddaughter would I be if she wasn't greeted with a bag of Sea Salt & Vinegar.

I got an email from popchips on the day of her flight, letting me know how to score a free bag. Oh, if I had a bit more time.

You can score a free bag if you head over to popchip's Facebook page. Just "like" popchips and you'll get a coupon for a free bag at your local Jamba Juice.

The coupon is only good for seven days from when you print it, so make sure Jamba Juice is on your schedule.

Coupon Alert: Sobe Lifewater

Sobe Lifewater always seem to be on sale somewhere right? I don't know of any sales just yet but I am looking.

You can print out two buy one Sobe Lifewater, get one free coupons here. Don't worry as soon as I find a sale, you know I will pass it along.

Giveaway: One eskimO

If you've had your heart broken anytime recently, you might wanna avoid One eskimO's eponymous disc.

That's not to say the album's bad -- because it's not -- but there is a chance that the album's longing with leave you reacting for a box of tissues at every bridge.

One eskimO [[the band, which yes, has two capital o's and adjacent e's]] is from the United Kingdom, and there isn't a single eskimo in the band. Not that it changes much [[can eskimos rock?]], but it does if you need to take everything literally.

The 11-track album coincides with an animated The Adventures of One eskimO [[available with the deluxe edition of the album]]. Now, I don't have that, but I can only imagine that it's highlighted by Kandi -- because the dueling voices of lead singer Kristian Leontiou and some raspy female [[anyone know her name?]]. The harmony and chemistry between them -- between everything on the album -- is really great.

But there's still a sense of longing, of desire, of wanting and yearning and not being able to achieve. Check out Astronauts, and you'll know what I mean.

Actually, why don't you find out for yourself. If you wanna win a copy of the album, leave a comment with your email address below. We'll pick a winner on Saturday, June 5.

PacSun: Free Gift Bag

If you are shopping today [[May 29]], you want to go to your local PacSun store. Stores are giving away free gift bags to the first 50 people in each store. The gift bags are filled with great stuff like music, headphones, clothes, or even trips.

For more info check out PacSun here. My store opens at 1 0am. I think I want in on this so I will have to get up early.

Saturday Sample: Crest Vs. Colgate

I love the way super white teeth look, but I'm not about to spend a lot of money on professional teeth whitening. And I can't stand the Crest Whitestrips. The glue/gel/whatever gunk that's on them ... oh, so not for me.

But recently, two big names in toothpaste -- Crest and Colgate -- came out with whitening toothpastes. So I decided to do a bit of an impromptu challenge of sorts. And that's this week's Saturday Sample.

I tried the Crest 3D White first [[since I had it from the CVS sale]]. It says to use for 14 days to see a difference. I used it for two weeks, and I noticed a slight whitening, but it wasn't like the commercial. The commercial has an actress who drinks wine and coffee for two weeks, but uses the Crest 3D White and her agent is impressed with her white teeth.

I didn't see the same results. So then I found out that the 3D White is just one part of a regimen. You need the whitestrips. And whatever else Crest wants to upsell you with.

I don't know how the economy is by you, but I don't know many people who want to buy a whitening toothpaste -- only to have to buy other stuff to make it work.

The Colgate ProClinical, is just whitening toothpaste. Yes, there are three variants, but you don't need all three for it to work.

I used the Colgate ProClinical after the Crest 3D, so, I'm not gonna lie: I maybe had a little base of white. But, the more I used the Colgate [[which I totally loved because it has a "foaming" action]], the whiter my teeth became. Unlike with the Crest 3D, I actually did notice a difference.

I also really liked the Colgate package. See, the toothpaste is totally sealed off from the outside world until you flip the cap and pop it open ... like those gummy bubbles that you'd blow with that plastic tube [[oh please tell me someone knows what I'm talking about]]. Then, the toothpaste stands straight up. So, even when I was running out, I didn't have to roll the entire tube up to get any out. Nope, gravity did the work and I reaped the rewards.

I think you can tell by the lovefest what one I liked best. If you can't tell, yup, the Colgate ProClinical blew the Crest 3D White away. And since they're the same price in the drugstore, I vote Colgate.

Full disclosure: I was provided with three tubes of the Colgate ProClinical for this review. The Crest 3D White was bought with my own money. None of this influenced my review.

Vocalpoint: Crystal Light Sample

I love water. Love love love it. I'll drink it all day every day [[and not just because it's much cheaper to drink from the tap than down cans of soda]].

I know I'm sorta an anomaly, especially since there are a ton of people who will only drink water with a flavored packet.

If you're one of those people -- and a Vocalpoint member -- head over to this link and request a sample of Crystal Light Pure Fitness.

The Crystal Light comes in three flavors, but I don't know what Vocalpoint is giving away. We'll find out in about five weeks.

If you can't wait that long, head over to this week and find out how to get some coupons for now.

Shutterfly: Make Dad A Book

Father's Day is coming up, and I have no idea what to get my dad. He's one of those guys that the present he asks for -- and really, genuinely wants -- is for his kids to get along. Yeah, we tried to give him that for many, many years when my brothers and I were younger.

It wasn't that easy.

If you need something for your dad, you might wanna check out Shutterfly. Between now and June 2, you can make a free 8x8 photo book. Just enter the code FREEM10 at checkout.

Photo books run you a minimum of $29.99 over there, so this is a great deal. If you spend $30 or more, you get free shipping. Now, I haven't tried to make a book yet, but you bet I'll try adding in one photo print ... just to see if the free shipping is applied before the photo book coupon code.

Yeah, yeah, it's super cheap. But aren't we all?

ShopRite: Pretty Cheesy

I love cheese. And you should too, especially since there are a ton of reports about dairy helping burn belly fat.

So, if you are worried about bikini season, and you live near a ShopRite, head over there this week [[ending 05/29]].

Borden singles are on sale for 88 cents at ShopRite. If you head over to this link you can print out a coupon for $1/1 Borden Single Sensations [[which come in Chipotle Cheddar and Bacon Cheddar, among others]]. Combine the coupon with the sale and you're getting some free cheese.

Coupon Alert: Scrubbing Bubbles

We all know how much Beth loves her Scrubbing Bubbles. So, I'm pretty sure she's gonna head around to every computer she can find to print this coupon.

If you head over to this link you can print a coupon for $1 off a Scrubbing Bubbles Power Sprayer Refill.

If you're not using your coupon, you might wanna see if Beth wants to trade for it.

Dunkin' Donuts And Krispy Kreme: National Donut Day

If you've got something to do next week, clear your calendar.

Well, next Friday [[June 4]] is National Doughnut Day. Yeah, there's a day for everything.

To celebrate, you might wanna head over to Dunkin' Donuts. With every drink purchase, Dunkin' Donuts is giving away a free donut.

Krispy Kreme is doing one better. Head over to your local store and you can get a free donut. That's all. Free. Without purchase.

We'll definitely remind you about these deals next week.

Freebie Friday: Mayo, Ritz, And More

I didn't realize how many food freebies we wrote about until I started doing this week's wrap up. Free mayo, free chicken, free crackers. Geez, you can get a meal for nothing this week. Too bad there's about 20 others you're gonna be eating this week that might not be as free.

Freebies

Hoveround DVD

Kraft Sandwich Shop Mayo

Chicken Sandwich at Chick-Fil-A

Ritz Crackerfuls

Rubbermaid

Turkey Bacon

Coupons

Smashbox

Scotch

$5/$25 at Rite Aid

BabyUniverse.com

Yankee Candle

Crystal Light

Best Foods Mayo

Giveaways

Sweet and salty snacks, ends June 4

Ring Pops, ends today

Vote to win some coupons, ends June 2

Smashbox giveaway from us and GauchoBlog, ends Saturday [[May 29]]

Giveaway: Smashbox Giftcard From Us And Gaucho's Freeday

Truth be told: Have you ever overpaid for makeup? There was the color you needed to try; the brush you just had to have; the flavored lipgloss that would be so fun to kiss a boy with.

Next thing you know, you have a bag full of product -- and about six bucks in your wallet to get you through the rest of the day. But remember that cute $6 eyeliner you spotted ...

Yeah, we understand. And so do our buddies over at the GauchoBlog. So, we're teaming up with the great people at Blog.Gaucho.com to give away a $25 gift card to our the makeup super giant Smashbox. Yesterday, we gave you a 20% off Friends and Family coupon to Smashbox, and today we're giving you a gift card.

Spectacular.

How do you enter?

It's easy, but you can't enter here. Comment this post if you'd like, but entries will only count when you head over to GauchoBlog, which, by the way, is the host of great articles that help you save, daily gift ideas, and more while teaming up with Gaucho.com, which provides you with real-time savings.

So, all you have to do to enter is comment on this post on GauchoBlog telling you about this giveaway.

You didn't think we'd leave you without bonus entries, did you? Bonus entries are:

One] Like Gaucho on Facebook to get the latest and greatest coupons and savings. Then, head over to the giveaway post at Gaucho and say you entered

Two] Tweet about it! Tweet using the hashtag #freeday and follow @GauchoSave and @DrugstoreDivas for another entry.

And since the folks at GauchoBlog love giving away stuff, they’ll be giving away an extra gift card for every 25 people who enter. So get entering -- and quick. Entries are closing on Saturday, May 29 at 11:59:59 pm est.

Free Sample: Hoveround DVD

Most of all my friends are all turning a milestone age this year. And, since my birthday is at the end of the year [[so I'm the baby of my grade]], I think it'll be funny to rub in my friends' faces that they're getting old.

Oh sure, I'll probably get it back at the end of the year, but if I pull out all the pranks first, they're gonna have to think really super hard to make me feel old.

And that's why I ordered a free DVD for the Hoveround from this link. I mean, what says "old" more than a DVD for a powered wheelchair. I just wish this came out earlier because I have the perfect friend to send it to ... but her birthday was in January.

You might wanna order this as a joke -- or maybe get it for your grandparent. If you do, just tell them don't drive in the street with it. 4 comments Links to this post

Walgreens: Carefree

Does it seem like we have more than enough of the feminine products? I know I am out of room but free is free. Somehow I find somewhere to put more. Walgreens has more Carefree for free this week [[ending 05/30]].

With the in-ad Walgreens coupon, Carefree 22ct pantiliners are just 99 cents. The limit is 3 with the coupon There is a $1/1 coupon from the SmartSource inserts, $1/1 from the All You magazine. Combine the two coupons are these are free again.

Victoria's Secret: Semi-Annual Swim

Last week, we talked about Victoria's Secret's semi-annual sale. Well, it's getting better.

Because now, bikinis are on sale for 25% to 50% off.

It's not even bathing suit season where I am, and yet, bikinis are on clearance.

I used to work retail, so I know how much they push the seasons along. It would be brick out and I'd be wearing skirts into work because that's what we were selling. But bikinis being half off even though I'm still wearing jeans most days is beyond me right now.

But at least I'll be prepared when summer comes.

Coupon Alert: Scotch

When I think of Scotch, I think of tape.

You might think of alcohol. And if you did, and came to this post expecting to find a coupon for some 21+ drinks, well, sorry. We're chatting about the tape people.

Who also make scissors. And bubble mailers, I think? And various other products that will assist in your next craft project.

But, to make that cheaper, head over to this link and you can register for $7 worth of various Scotch Brand coupons. When we find some great deals to pair these coupons with, we'll let you know.

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Today's Trip: Target Trials

Somehow I ended up with 17 P&G inserts from 05/02. Okay, not somehow, there were free Purina Kitten Chow coupons so I know I bought 10, the rest my mom gave me. I will have enough kitten food for my Tigger until he can eat the regular food.

I know we have told you about the Target trial sized section before. This is just another reminder to use those coupons before they expire to get some great deals. I still have some left to use but didn't want to use all 17 in one transaction.

I went to Target at 10 am on a weekday so they were not real busy and I didn't hold anyone up. My mom lives in an apartment building so the trial sized Tide is great for her. No heavy bottle to carry and it is free. I will share the Satin Care and Olay with friends and family and donate to the local shelters. They love stuff like that.

I bought:
10 - Tide Travel Sized $.97 each; used 10 $1/1 coupons adjusted to $.97
10 - Olay bar soap 1 pk $.97 each; used 10 $1/1 coupons adjusted to $.97
10 - Satin Care Shave Gel $.99 each; used 10 $1/1 coupons adjusted to $.99

Total paid $0.00

Smashbox: Family Affair

Although I've never bought anything from Smashbox, I'm apparently on the store's mailing list. Which is totally fine with me because then I get to hear about great offers and relay them to you.

Like this one.

You can get 20% off during the Friends and Family sale by entering FF2010 at checkout.

This is only good until Friday, so you better hurry and pick what you want. And let us know what we should get if you've ordered before. I'm always up for hints.

If you're a huge fan of Smashbox, we've got something special planned for you for tomorrow [[hint hint]]. You'll have to make sure you come back bright and early [[say, midnight est]] to find out what's up.

Updated: Rite Aid: Sign Up For Wellness+

Update: It's too late. The offer is over.

Reminder: We told you earlier in the week that if you signed up for Rite Aid's Wellness+ [[which you will need to do to get Rite Aid's sale prices on many items]], you could get a $5/$25 coupon automatically. Well, it seems like that ends today [[Thursday]]. So, we're posting this as a bit of a heads up to sign up online here before it's too late.

We told you about Rite Aid's new loyalty program, Wellness+, when it was coming. And we told you when it was here.

Thank goodness I just found out you can sign up online here because that is so much easier for me. Also, when you use that link to sign up, you'll get a $5/$25 ... which is always fantastic. So, even you've signed up, maybe check that page out. You might be able to sneak a $5/$25 out of it.

I know in the near future, Rite Aid is going to require a loyalty card to get all sale prices. They're starting that now with select items, but it'll go storewide very, very soon. So that's why you wanna sign up now and at least get a $5/$25 out of it. If you sign up later, all you'll get is a piece of plastic.

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Pharmacy Diva: “Sun-mer” Time, Part 2: Are All Sunscreens/Sunblocks Created Equal?

Cathy's our resident Pharmacy Diva here at Drugstore Divas. She is a Graduated Intern Pharmacist, so she knows her stuff. But, even still, all the info in her posts are for reference and information only. If you've got a general question, ask her. If you've got something specific, you might wanna seek the advice of your own doc.

As I mentioned in part 1 that of the most important weapons against sun’s harmful effects is the application of sunscreens/sunblocks while out in the sun. But with the array of sunscreens/sunblocks on the drugstore shelves and unpronounceable chemicals contained in every bottle, do you really know what you are getting? Don’t worry, let me screen out the important FYIs and block out the false advertisements, so you can enjoy a fun outdoor summer while keeping your skin healthy.

Let’s start by deciphering those almost encrypted words and phrases on your sunscreen bottles. The most noticeable part of the sunscreen packaging other than the brand name is the SPF number, which stands for Sun Protection Factor number. SPF measures the product’s ability to screen out UVB ray only, and the number indicates the number of times longer it takes for you to get red than the time without sunscreen. For example, if you start getting red in 20 minutes under the sun without any sunscreen, then a sunscreen with SPF 30 allows you to stay in the sun for 600 minutes [[20 minutes x SPF 30]] before becoming red.

Following this logic, you may think SPF 60 is two times better and will last twice as long as SPF 30, but, again, more is not better. The FDA does not recommend products that offer SPF 30+, because the additional active ingredients in the products do not add much more protection ... instead it can increase the cost and the potential adverse reactions of the product.

Are you drawn to sunscreens that claim to be “waterproof”? Did you know that is actually not a usable term on the label? The FDA does not endorse such claims, since no sunscreen is waterproof; the words “water resistant” or “very water resistant” are recommended. “Water resistant” means the product will stay on after 40 minutes of activity or water immersion, and “very water resistant” means the product will stay on after 80 minutes of activity or water immersion.

Now turn your sunscreen bottle over and look at the active ingredients; it’s composed of words that you probably cannot pronounce, but you don’t need to know how to pronounce them to know what they do for you. Sun protective agents are separated into two categories: physical blockers [[aka sunblock]] that reflect or scatter the sun’s UV rays, and chemical absorbers that absorb, filter, and reduce UVR penetration.

The two ingredients that act as physical blockers are titanium dioxide and zinc oxide. You are probably very familiar with what these products look like, because they are the white chalky material that’s on every lifeguard’s nose. The advantage of titanium dioxide and zinc oxide is that they are “broad spectrum,” covering both UVA and UVB, and they are safe. The drawbacks include that they appear colored [[newly formulated micronized titanium oxide and microfine zinc oxide solved this problem]] and they can occlude skin.

There are many chemicals that absorb and filter out the sun’s UV rays and they are not created equal.

Chemicals that protect against UVA only include:

• Anthranilate [[aka meradimate, menthyl anthranilate]]
• Dibenzoylmethanes [[aka Avobenzone, Parsol 1789]]
• Benzylidene derivatives [[aka Ecamsule]]

Chemicals that protect against UVB only include
• PABA
• Cinnamates [[aka octinoxate and octylmethoxycinnamate]]
• Salicylates [[aka octisalate]]
• Octocrylene

Chemical that protects against both UVA and VUB include:
• Benzophenons [[aka Oxybenzone, dioxybenzone]]>,/li>

Have I have confused, rather than clarified, you more about sunscreens? Let me sum it up for you.

• SPF only refers to the product’s ability to block out UVB rays, the UV ray that causes you to become red and eventually burn
• Use a “broad spectrum” sunscreen that filters or blocks out both UVA and UVB
• SPF 30 is sufficient for most sun protection, increased SPF may cost more money and side effects while may not offer much additional benefits
• Use “very water resistant” formulations if playing sport or in the water. Waterproof is actually not an allowable labeling of product, since all products will wear off and will need application

After picking out the best sunscreen, do you know to properly apply it? All the directions for these sunscreens say “apply generously/liberally,” but how much is generously/liberally?

The correct amount is 1 oz [[2 tablespoons!]] for adults. Apply 30 to 45 minutes before going in the sun and reapply at least every two hours. Use at least SPF 15 for adults and SPF 30 for children. It is recommended to add sunscreen into your daily facial regimen: apply over moisturizer but under your makeup. And don’t forget to apply to your eyelids, ears, nose, neck and back of legs, because the UV ray is ubiquitous and can burn you anywhere that’s unprotected.

Now that you are armed with the knowledge of how to choose the correct sunscreens/sunblocks and how to use them correctly, go out and enjoy the “sun-mer” while keep your skin looking as healthy and youthful as possible.

Free Sample: Kraft Sandwich Shop Mayo

There's a sandwich I love at Panera that has this fantastic sauce on it. What it is, I have no idea. But it tastes great.

It might be a flavored mayo.

Okay, it's probably not, but did you know that Kraft is making one of those now?

There are four flavors out, and if you wanna try two of the four, head over to this link and sign up for a free sample of Kraft Sandwich Shop Mayo.

I know Kraft has an olive oil mayo that's really heart healthy. I can't promise that these are, but they probably taste great.

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Tropicana Juicy Rewards: Free OJ

We're a little late on posting this, but blame it on the fact that my kitchen has been being redone and I couldn't get to where the computer is.

At any rate, if you signed up for Tropicana Juicy Rewards when we told you to, then you probably have a couple points by now.

If you have five, you wanna log into your account and redeem them for a coupon for a free Tropicana Pure Premium ... any reward you would like [[except Norwegian Cruise Line]]. So you're getting two rewards, and free juice. Sound good to me.

Walgreens: Comet Clean

I love Comet cleanser. That and Scrubbing Bubbles are mainstays in my house. Now that I coupon, I love free Comet cleanser. And thanks to Walgreens and a few coupons, I will be stocking up again. Not that I don't have tons already but it never goes bad and I always need it.

Walgreens has an in-ad coupon two for $1 Comet cleanser 14 oz. The limit is 4. There are a few coupons from the SmartSource inserts. I have the good one $1/2. That makes this free for me! There are also $.35/1 coupons that make this just $.15. Either way it is a good deal.

Price Chopper: Facebook Fans

Price Chopper wants you to "like" them on Facebook. Another company to use the social networking giant to reach its target customers. I am not complaining in the least bit. Once you "like" Price Chopper, you gain access to its coupons page. Each week there are new coupons for you to print out. This week [[ending 05/30]], the coupon is $5/$15 when you buy any produce.

While you are on Facebook, become the Divas' friend, follow us on Networked Blogs, Like us, or just stop over and say Hi!

Walgreens: Cheap Cookies

I love the Keebler grasshopper cookies. They are like Girl Scout thin mint cookies but even better. I love to put them in the freezer and enjoy with a glass of milk. I may not finish this post because I need to rush out to Walgreens.

Walgreens has a great deal on cookies or crackers. Buy four for $10 and get a $5 register reward back. That makes them just $1.25 each. You can choose from an 8-pk Kellogg's Rice Krispies treats, Keebler cookies 11.5 to 16oz. or Cheez-Its. Lots of choices for such a great price.

Rite Aid: New $5/$25 Printable

Don't forget: Starting soon, in order to get the sale prices at Rite Aid, you'll need to sign up for the Wellness+ program. Be sure to do it here. Plus, you'll get a $5/$25, which will help out with your deals.

I love Rite Aid. I think it is my favorite drugstore [[at least for now]]]. Part of why I love Rite Aid so much is the Video Value coupon for $5/$20 that you can get ... and also the printable $5/$25.

There is a new $5/$25 from RedPlum. Visit here to print your own. You can print two.

Updated: If it's not in your zip, just type "Rite Aid" into the search bar at the top of the page. You'll get the $5/$25 that way.

Target: Pepsi Deal

I almost missed this Target deal. I looked through the flier and was not thrilled but I went back to look for something, I forget what by now, and I see a great Pepsi deal and Target gift card deal.

Pepsi 12-pk cans and 6-pk bottles are on sale $5 for $15. Not too bad of a deal. But when you buy five you will get a free $5 Target gift card. Now you are looking at 5 for $10. Great deal.

Rite Aid: Cheap Cascade

Don't forget: Starting soon, in order to get the sale prices at Rite Aid, you'll need to sign up for the Wellness+ program. Be sure to do it here. Plus, you'll get a $5/$25, which will help out with your deals.

It seems like it has been a while since I bought cheap dishwasher detergent. Rite Aid has a good deal on Cascade this week [[ending 05/29]]. Cascade is on sale at Rite Aid for $2.99 and is giving back $2 in single check rebates.

This is just the regular Cascade gel or powder 45oz or Action Packs 15 ct. There is also a $.25/1 coupon from the P&G inserts. Your total will be just 74 cents.

CVS: Keep It Clean

The other day, we chatted about the free Gillette body wash at CVS. But what if you're picky. Or allergic [[yeah, we're talking to the guys out there because I know there are men who read our blog -- for real, they email]].

If you'd rather not get Gillette, hopefully you like Old Spice.

This week [[ending 05/29]] at CVS, you can get an Old Spice body wash for $4 and get back $4 in ecb, limit two. Now, there is a bogo coupon floating around, so you can buy two for $4 and get back $8.

The only snag is that the Gillette and Old Spice deals are the same, so you can't do them both. You can mix and match and get one of each if you want -- but then you wouldn't be making as much money. And in this economy, you've gotta make what you can.

Rite Aid: Conair Curling Irons

Don't forget: Starting soon, in order to get the sale prices at Rite Aid, you'll need to sign up for the Wellness+ program. Be sure to do it here. Plus, you'll get a $5/$25, which will help out with your deals.

I have been needing a new curling iron for ages. I don't use them very often so I have been managing because I couldn't find a good deal on one. Until I went to Rite Aid today. You have to be a Rite Aid Wellness member for this sale.

I found a Conair curling iron on sale from $9.99 down to $4.99. They didn't have any of the larger barrels left so I got the 1" barrel. It is so nice. The Conair ones that are all on sale have 10 heat settings and a ceramic barrel. Of course, a $1/$10 haircare item Wellness coupon printed after I bought this. You could probably get two and use the coupon. I am going to check my other Rite Aid's for the larger irons too.

Coupon Alert: BabyUniverse.com

For all things baby online, you want to visit Baby Universe. They have the cutest little baby and toddler clothes. Baby Universe also has diapers, wipes, baby toys, swings, car seats and just about everything you might need for your little one.

Check out BabyUniverse.com to see if there is anything for your little one. While you are there, use the coupon code buemail523 at checkout to save 10% off your purchase. The code is valid through June 3rd. If you spend $99, you will get free shipping too.

Walmart: Rollbacks

If you ever watch TV, you have seen the Walmart rollback commercials, right? They are on all the time!

There is not usually an ad for Walmart in my Sunday paper but there was one with the rollbacks this week. And some of the deals are so good. Heinz ketchup 40oz used to be $2.42. It is now $1. I may have to bite the bullet and go there just for that. Heinz is the best and usually so expensive.

Bush's Baked or Grillin Beans are $1.48 each. Use the $1/2 Bush's Grillin Beans coupon and you are looking at just 96 cents for both. Breyer's Ice Cream is just $1.98 for 48 oz. The cheapest I have ever seen Breyer's was $2.99 so that's a good deal.

Other Rollbacks:
Banana Boat Sun Care was $6.47 now $5.82
Neutrogena or Aveeno Sun Care was $8.97 now $7
Sweet Baby Ray's BBQ sauce was $3.24 now $2
Kraft Mayo or Miracle Whip was $2.98 now $1.97
Kingsford 2-Pack Charcoal was $10.92 now $9.50

CVS: Good Deal Alert -- Joint Juice

I got an email yesterday from a reader, letting me know that Joint Juice is on clearance at CVS for $2.39 for a six pack. That's 40 cents a can, which is fantastic. If you like this stuff, you definitely wanna check the clearance section at your store.

Chick-Fil-A: Reservation Required

Did you ever think you would need reservations at a Chick-Fil-A? Well if you want to try the spicy chicken sandwich for free you will. Visit here, find the location nearest to you.

Reservations are limited but the website will show you if there are still any available at your location. Pick the time and date you want to try this and enter your info. Chick-Fil-A will send you an email confirmation that will contain your printable coupon for your free food.