As a mom of two, I’m always looking for ways to save money, so I make it a point not to pay full price for things I know will eventually go on sale. Right now, Costco is running a great summer sale, and I’m stocking up on everything from snacks and sunscreen to towels. Here are the Costco deals I’m buying while the prices are low.
Neutrogena Beach Defense Spray Sunscreen
This is our family’s go-to sunblock. I’ve tried getting my kids to use lotion formulas, but let’s be honest—they won’t reapply unless it’s a spray. This SPF 60+ spray is quick and easy to apply. Right now, it’s $4 off, bringing the price down to $12.99 for a 2 pack. Between summer camp and beach days, we go through sunscreen fast—so I always stock up when it’s on sale.
Dove Body Wash
I never pay full price for body wash—especially not when I know Costco puts Dove Body Wash on sale several times a year. So when I saw it marked down by $5, bringing the price to $12.99 for a 3 pack, I stocked up. As a mom of two, we go through a lot of body wash. It’s gentle, smells great, and honestly? One less thing I have to run out to buy midweek.
JonnyPops Freezer Pops
This one is a new Costco item I’ve been eyeing for a while—and now that it’s on sale for $10.49 (that’s $2 off), I finally bought a pack. I love that these freezer pops are shelf stable until you’re ready to freeze them, which is a must when you’re low on freezer space like I always am. Plus, they’re free from the top 9 allergens, which makes them safe to serve at playdates. Check out 16 Best Costco Grocery Deals to Stock Up On
Philips Sonicare DiamondClean Brush Heads
Everyone in our house uses a Sonicare toothbrush, and those replacement heads can get expensive fast. That’s why I always buy them at Costco when they’re on sale. Right now, the 8 pack of DiamondClean brush heads is $15 off, bringing the price down to $49.99. The savings add up when I’m buying for a whole family. Check out Who Has Cheaper Meat: Sam’s Club or Costco? I Compared 18 Meats and Fish Prices
Olay Invisible Daily Defense Sunscreen + Primer
This was a new item I’d been curious to try, but I held off because I didn’t want to pay full price. So when I saw it on sale for $29.99 (that’s $10 off), I didn’t hesitate. It’s an SPF 35 sunscreen that also works as a primer, with added vitamins and aloe. It goes on clear with zero white cast and no sticky feel. I’ve been using it daily, and it’s now part of my morning routine. Check out I Spend $1000 a Month at Costco, here are 22 Costco Pantry Items I Buy Again and Again
Beach Towels
We live walking distance to the beach, so during the summer, we’re basically there every day. Laundry is constantly piling up, and I can never have enough clean beach towels. That’s why I’m stocking up on beach towels at Costco.
Oversized Beach Towels for Two are now $4 off, bringing the price down to $15.99 each. Adult beach towels are also on sale at $7.99 and kids beach towels are on sale at $8.99. Having a few extra beach towels on hand is a lifesaver. Check out 23 Costco Items that are a Total Waste of Money for Small Households
Scrub Mommy Sponges
I’m obsessed with Scrub Mommy sponges—honestly, they’re so much better than the usual green and yellow ones. They scrub without scratching and hold up really well. Plus, the bright colors and smiley face design actually motivate my kids to help with dishes (win-win). That said, I can’t justify paying full price, so I always wait for a sale.
Right now, they’re $3.50 off at Costco, bringing the price down to $12.39 for an 8 pack. You better believe I’m stocking up. Check out 21 Best Bulk Buys from Costco that Will Last You All Year (and Save You Money)
Gain Liquid Laundry Detergent
As a family of four, we do a lot of laundry. We’ve been loyal Gain users for years—I love the smell, and it gets the job done. But I never pay full price. Right now, it’s $4 off, bringing the price down to $15.99, so I bought a few. When you’re washing clothes almost daily, having backup bottles just makes life easier. Check out 24 Best Kirkland Products I Always Buy at Costco
Reduce Coldi 24 oz Tumblers
Getting my kids to drink enough water is a daily battle—I feel like a broken record reminding them to hydrate. These Reduce Coldi 24 oz tumblers are a perfect size for kids (unlike the massive 40 oz cups), and they come in fun colors that actually make drinking water more appealing. Plus, they keep drinks cold for hours.
They’re on sale now for $13.99 for a 2 pack—that’s just $6.99 each, which is a steal for something they’ll use every day. Check out 17 Costco Meals Cheaper than Restaurant Take Out to Save You Money
SunChips Variety Pack
With summer in full swing and the kids home from school, I’m always running low on snacks. I try to pick better snacks when I can, and SunChips are my go-to—they’re whole grain and come in four flavors: Original, Harvest Cheddar, French Onion, and Garden Salsa.
The 30 pack case is currently $5 off, bringing it down to $13.99, which makes each bag less than 50 cents. A great deal for a snack I feel okay about giving out on repeat. Check out 25 Easy Costco Frozen Food Staples for Quick Dinners
Annie’s Mac & Cheese Variety Pack
My kids love mac and cheese and Annie’s is my preferred brand when I want something a little better than the usual boxed stuff. Whenever it goes on sale, I buy it—and right now it’s $5 off, making it $12.49 for a 12 pack variety box. That’s just about $1 per box, and it makes quick lunches and dinners so much easier during busy summer days. Check out 26 Things I Never Pay Full Price at Costco
Ajinomoto Yakitori Chicken Fried Rice
This is one of our favorite freezer staples. My kids love the flavor of the Ajinomoto Yakitori Chicken Fried Rice, and I love how easy it is to heat up on busy nights. Right now, it’s $3.80 off, which brings the price down to $11.19. It’s a quick dinner when I’m short on time (or energy). Check out 15 New Costco Refrigerated Foods Getting Rave Reviews
Cetaphil Lotion, Cream & Cleanser
Cetaphil is a year round must-have in our house. We use the cream in the winter and switch to the lighter lotion in the summer. My kids also use the facial cleanser as part of their morning routine. But with four people using it regularly, it runs out fast—so I always wait for a sale to stock up. Right now, select Cetaphil 2 packs (cream, lotion, and cleanser) are $5 off, bringing the price down to $14.99. Check out 15 New Costco Plants That Will Instantly Cheer You Up
Bath Towels
I wasn’t planning to buy towels, but when I saw Costco’s bath towels on sale for just $5, I couldn’t resist. That price is basically my sign to refresh our entire towel stash. With two kids (and constant laundry), it feels like we’re always short on clean towels anyway. This was the perfect excuse to buy a few new ones for everyone in the house. Check out 20 Best Costco Home Deals You Can’t Miss
Gillette Venus Razor Refills
I hate paying full price for Gillette Venus refills—they’re so expensive! So I always wait for a sale. Right now, the 12 pack of refills plus one handle is $6 off, bringing the price down to $23.99. Check out 23 Costco Summer Items on Sale Before Prices Go Up
Tovolo Sphere Ice Molds
As soon as I saw these Tovolo sphere ice molds at Costco, I thought of my husband—he loves using fancy ice for his evening drink.Now that they’re $4 off, bringing the set down to just $9.99, I finally bought them. They’re fun and a great little gift for him (plus, they make lemonade and juice look cooler for the kids, too). Check out 21 New Costco Finds That Will Tempt You to Impulse Buy
Capri Sun Juice Boxes
With kids home for summer, our juice box supply runs out fast. I’m always watching for sales on juice boxes. Right now, Capri Sun has a deal that is too good to pass up—$4 off, bringing the 40 pack down to just $8.99. That’s around 22 cents per pouch, which is perfect for playdates, beach trips, and throwing into lunch bags when we’re out and about. Check out 19 Costco Deals Under $20 That’s Too Good to Miss
Sharper Image Sport Massager
I’ve had my eye on this Sharper Image Sport Massager ever since it was first introduced at Costco. Between chasing two kids around and constantly being on the go, I’m always looking for quick ways to ease sore muscles. Now that it’s finally on clearance for $29.97, I went ahead and bought it to treat myself. Check out 18 New Costco Items for Families