CVS promotes special Mother’s Day offerings

WOONSOCKET, R.I. CVS is gearing up for Mother’s Day on May 11 by promoting its gift offerings and convenient locations.

“With gas prices and other economic concerns on people’s minds, shoppers can save time and money this Mother’s Day by choosing from an assortment of department store-quality gifts available at any CVS/pharmacy location,” stated Larry Merlo, president of CVS/pharmacy. “Half of the U.S. population lives within two miles of a CVS/pharmacy, providing customers a convenient shopping destination with a broad range of offerings.”

Some beauty gift ideas include products from the 24.7, Skin Effects and Lumene beauty lines, Life Fitness massagers for at-home spa retreats and fragrances.

The retailer also is promoting its photo department by suggesting a CVS/pharmacy Photo Book or photo collage. Or for the mom who has everything, the retailer suggests consumers consider one of its 220-plus gift cards to such retailers as Starbucks, Spa Finder and Pier 1 Imports.