How I Stacked CVS Deals to Save BIG on Hair and Deodorant

If you’re not using CVS ExtraCare and ExtraCare Plus to maximize savings, you’re leaving money on the table! I recently did three separate transactions at CVS and saved a ton by combining coupons, ExtraBucks rewards, store discounts, and cashback apps like Fetch and Ibotta. Here’s a breakdown of my haul and why having a CVS ExtraCare Plus membership is a game-changer for smart shoppers.

Transaction #1: Pantene Hair Care & Deep Conditioner

• Pantene Shampoo (12 oz) – $6.29

• Pantene Conditioner (12 oz) – $6.29

• Pantene Deep Conditioner (treatment mask, 8 oz) – $10.99

Total before discounts: $23.57

Coupons & Discounts Applied:

✅ 20% off one full-priced item – Saved $2.20 on the deep conditioner

✅ $10 ExtraCare Plus monthly reward – Saved $10

Final total: $11.37 (plus tax)

ExtraBucks Earned: $10 ECB (to use on my next transaction)

💡 Why this transaction worked:

Having a CVS ExtraCare Plus membership ($5/month or $48/year) gives you $10 in ExtraBucks every month—which is basically free money. I used my $10 reward to bring my out-of-pocket cost down significantly.

Transaction #2: Garnier & Clearance Pantene Hair Care

• Garnier Whole Blends Shampoo – $3.99

• Garnier Whole Blends Conditioner – $3.99

• Garnier Fructis Shampoo – 2 for $8

• Pantene Hair Splitting Serum (Clearance) – Discounted price

Total before discounts: $15.98 + clearance Pantene

Coupons & Discounts Applied:

✅ $2 off $10 hair care purchase

✅ $3 off 2 Whole Blends

✅ $3 off 2 Fructis

✅ $2 off CVS coupon

Final total: Super low after all discounts!

ExtraBucks Earned:

• $4 ECB from Whole Blends

• $3 ECB from Fructis

I rolled these ExtraBucks into my next transaction.

Transaction #3: Dove Deodorant

• Dove Advanced Care Deodorant (3 count) – $9.49 each

Total before discounts: $28.47

Coupons & Discounts Applied:

✅ $6 off 3 Dove deodorants

✅ $5 off $20 purchase (CVS store coupon)

✅ $2 off next purchase (CVS reward coupon)

✅ Used $4 ECB + $3 ECB from previous transaction

Final total: $12.16 for all three!

Considering these deodorants would’ve been over $30 with tax, this was a major win.

Bonus Savings: Fetch & Ibotta Cash Back

After completing these transactions, I scanned all my receipts into Fetch and Ibotta for even more savings!

• Fetch Rewards: Earned points towards future gift cards just by uploading my receipts.

• Ibotta: Gave me 10¢ back just for scanning the receipt, plus an extra 5% cashback for shopping in-store.

📌 Pro Tip: Always scan your receipts! Even small cash-back offers add up over time.

Why CVS ExtraCare Plus is Worth It

• You get $10 in ExtraBucks every month, which helps cover essentials.

• Stack ExtraBucks with manufacturer and store coupons to maximize savings.

• ExtraCare members often get personalized discounts like $5 off $20, making deals even better.

• Pair it with cashback apps like Fetch and Ibotta for even more savings.

With smart couponing, stacking deals, and using cashback apps, I saved over 50% on hair care and deodorant in just three transactions. If you shop at CVS regularly, this strategy can help you save hundreds per year!

Are you using CVS ExtraCare, Fetch, and Ibotta to their full potential? Let me know in the comments how you maximize your savings!