Select Walgreens Stores have 500-Count Walgreens Cotton Swabs on sale for $0.99 - 10% when you apply promo code WAG10 in cart = $0.89. Select free store pickup where stock permits (minimum $10 order required to qualify for pickup).
Thanks to Deal Editor johnny_miller for finding this deal.
Note: Availability for store pickup will vary. Use the check other stores link on the product page to see availability in your area.
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2) add the item or items you want to buy.
3) add ANYTHING else to hit $10.
4) proceed to checkout where you are entering your card information.
5) copy and paste link to a new window (doesn't need to be incognito) or just duplicate window.
6) go BACK to delete the item you don't want in one window, go forward to confirm checkout after deleting in the other.
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I actually got lucky this time! They substituted for the Q-tips brand (500 and non-plastic, which I prefer). Miracles do happen (on very rare occasions)!😄
That is lucky. Mine NEVER substitutes even if you request it and say anything
That is lucky. Mine NEVER substitutes even if you request it and say anything
Correct! It's more common for them to cancel orders vs. finding a substitute! That's why I suggested going to the store and finding either the original item (it might actually be there) or finding a substitute and then place the order from the store (and actually bring the item to the front of the store). It's unfortunate that you'll be doing their work for them, but at least you'll leave there with something vs. nothing (hopefully). Just make sure that you check off "any brand" before you place the order. In this case, the 500 Q-tips brand is likely available and a better option.
How are you adding this when the app says not available?
Stock will vary as this is a clearance item. You could try clicking "check other stores" to see if one nearby as it. My default store is OOS, but most in my area do have stock when I click on that.
1) sign into your account.
2) add the item or items you want to buy.
3) add ANYTHING else to hit $10.
4) proceed to checkout where you are entering your card information.
5) copy and paste link to a new window (doesn't need to be incognito) or just duplicate window.
6) go BACK to delete the item you don't want in one window, go forward to confirm checkout after deleting in the other.
How are you adding this when the app says not available?
It may specify "unavailable" at a particular store but you need to search other stores in your area (if they exist). Use the "only this item" option. If you can find one (or more, if you desire), place the order...but check off "any brand" on the substitutions page and type in "Please substitute with Q-tips brand - 500 count". This way, if they're actually paying attention, you'll get the better of the two (if that's what you prefer). The regular sticks are far better than the plastic sticks and I'd question the quality of the Walgreens brand for this item (IMO).
Stock will vary as this is a clearance item. You could try clicking "check other stores" to see if one nearby as it. My default store is OOS, but most in my area do have stock when I click on that.
It doesn't specify that this is a "clearance" item. It's frequently either an overstock situation or a change in packaging design (or both) that drops the price drastically like this.
1) sign into your account.
2) add the item or items you want to buy.
3) add ANYTHING else to hit $10.
4) proceed to checkout where you are entering your card information.
5) copy and paste link to a new window (doesn't need to be incognito) or just duplicate window.
6) go BACK to delete the item you don't want in one window, go forward to confirm checkout after deleting in the other.
Thank you for the tip (giggity) ... My might have differed due to Paypal use but I had to keep the payment page open (once signed-in the PayPal page) and open a new page with just the shopping cart page, delete it there and then click pay as per your instructions. Seems like it worked.
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On a computer 🖥 Is easier than a phone.
1) sign into your account.
2) add the item or items you want to buy.
3) add ANYTHING else to hit $10.
4) proceed to checkout where you are entering your card information.
5) copy and paste link to a new window (doesn't need to be incognito) or just duplicate window.
6) go BACK to delete the item you don't want in one window, go forward to confirm checkout after deleting in the other.
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That is lucky. Mine NEVER substitutes even if you request it and say anything
Correct! It's more common for them to cancel orders vs. finding a substitute! That's why I suggested going to the store and finding either the original item (it might actually be there) or finding a substitute and then place the order from the store (and actually bring the item to the front of the store). It's unfortunate that you'll be doing their work for them, but at least you'll leave there with something vs. nothing (hopefully). Just make sure that you check off "any brand" before you place the order. In this case, the 500 Q-tips brand is likely available and a better option.
100++ orders.....never had a problem.....ever.
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On a computer 🖥 Is easier than a phone.
1) sign into your account.
2) add the item or items you want to buy.
3) add ANYTHING else to hit $10.
4) proceed to checkout where you are entering your card information.
5) copy and paste link to a new window (doesn't need to be incognito) or just duplicate window.
6) go BACK to delete the item you don't want in one window, go forward to confirm checkout after deleting in the other.
Worked perfectly, thanks.
It may specify "unavailable" at a particular store but you need to search other stores in your area (if they exist). Use the "only this item" option. If you can find one (or more, if you desire), place the order...but check off "any brand" on the substitutions page and type in "Please substitute with Q-tips brand - 500 count". This way, if they're actually paying attention, you'll get the better of the two (if that's what you prefer). The regular sticks are far better than the plastic sticks and I'd question the quality of the Walgreens brand for this item (IMO).
It doesn't specify that this is a "clearance" item. It's frequently either an overstock situation or a change in packaging design (or both) that drops the price drastically like this.
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On a computer 🖥 Is easier than a phone.
1) sign into your account.
2) add the item or items you want to buy.
3) add ANYTHING else to hit $10.
4) proceed to checkout where you are entering your card information.
5) copy and paste link to a new window (doesn't need to be incognito) or just duplicate window.
6) go BACK to delete the item you don't want in one window, go forward to confirm checkout after deleting in the other.