How I Stacked & Saved on My Cruise Sunscreen Haul (Lazy Girl Style)
Everyday purchases can quietly earn you points, perks, and savings — even something as simple as sunscreen. Here’s how I stacked Paze, Rakuten, and Chase Sapphire to save on my cruise prep this week.
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The Lazy Girl Way to Save on Everyday Purchases (Even Sunscreen!)
I’m getting ready for my upcoming cruises, which means it’s officially sunscreen season in my house. And if you’ve been here for a minute, you already know: I’m a Supergoop girl through and through.
Normally, I buy it directly from Supergoop or Amazon — same price, easy checkout, no drama. But this time, I noticed something interesting… Sephora was available through Paze.
And you know what that means: Time to stack & save.
If you love stacking like this, you’ll also love my Stack & Save Series— real examples of how I layer points and perks every week.
If you’re planning a cruise too, my Cruise Hub has port guides, packing lists, and all my Lazy Girl cruise tips.
What I Bought
I grabbed my usual Supergoop favorites plus a couple of extra goodies (because free shipping makes it feel like a treat‑yourself moment).
I was sitting at $40 in my Sephora cart, and free shipping kicked in at $50. So of course I grabbed that face mask I’d been wanting to try! It turned my sunscreen haul into a mini spa moment — and added another layer to my stack. Sometimes the best savings come from leaning into the perks you already have.
If you’re stocking up for an upcoming sailing, don’t miss my 10 Cruise Essentials — sunscreen is always on the list.
Here’s the Exact Stack I Used
This is the part I love sharing because it shows how simple stacking can be — even on everyday purchases.
1. Sephora via Paze
Sephora was showing up inside Paze, which instantly caught my attention. Paze was offering $10 off, so that was my first layer.
2. Chase Sapphire Card – 10× Points
Sephora is currently earning 10× points on my Chase Sapphire card when I pay with Paze. That’s a huge multiplier for something I needed anyway.
If you’re new to Paze or want to see how I use it to stack deals across everyday purchases, check out my full Paze Guide — it walks you through how to layer Paze with points, portals, and card multipliers.
3. Rakuten for Extra Cash Back
Before checking out, I clicked through Rakuten to stack even more rewards. This is one of my favorite Lazy Girl moves — it takes two seconds and adds up fast.
If you’re not using Rakuten yet, here’s my referral link — we both get $50 when you sign up and make your first qualifying purchase: 👉 Rakuten $50 Bonus
4. Free Shipping
Sephora’s free shipping sealed the deal. No extra cost, no hoops to jump through.
Total Savings & Earnings
Here’s what I walked away with:
$10 off from Paze
Extra 10× points on my Chase Sapphire card
Rakuten cash back
Free shipping
My favorite sunscreen + a few extras
All from a purchase I was going to make anyway.
This is the heart of stack & save — small layers that add up to big wins over time.
Want more real‑life examples like this? My Stack & Save Series breaks down exactly how I layer perks every week.
Why I Share These Everyday Examples
People often think stacking is only for big purchases like flights or hotels, but honestly? The magic is in the everyday stuff.
Sunscreen. Makeup. Groceries. These are the things you buy all year long — and stacking them is how you quietly build points, cash back, and savings without changing your lifestyle.
If you’re new to stacking, start with simple wins like this. If you’re already a pro, keep your eyes open for unexpected opportunities (like Sephora showing up on Paze!).
Every day, spending really adds up. Here’s a real stack I pulled off this year using Blue Apron and Rove — I earned 90,000 miles just from our meal‑kit orders and saved a ton of time on meal planning.
Check the stack out here → Blue Apron/Rove
Your Turn — What Have You Stacked Lately?
I love hearing how you all stack your deals. Drop your latest win in the comments — big or small — because your ideas inspire others to try new things.
And if you want me to break down more real‑life examples like this, let me know. I’m happy to share my weekly stacks so you can see exactly how I layer points, perks, and savings in everyday life.
⭐ About the Author
Julie is the creator of No Point Left Behind, a travel‑hacking blog dedicated to helping women travel smarter, save more, and feel confident using points and miles.
She’s known for her Lazy Girl systems, her love of cruises (especially thermal spas!), and her signature “stack & save” strategies that make everyday purchases work harder.
When she’s not planning her next trip, she’s running her Facebook community of 2,000+ travel hackers, testing new stacking tools, and helping beginners learn that points don’t have to be complicated.
