#softpastels — Instagram Hashtag Analysis

With 1.1B total posts and 97.2K new posts daily, #softpastels is a very high-competition hashtag (score: 100/100). Average posts get 2.2K likes and 37 comments.

Popular Hashtags for #softpastels

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#art	1.1B	97.2K	2.2K	100	64
#softpastel	824.7K	113	1.2K	96	55
#softpastelart	187.3K	40	3.7K	35	74
#pastelart	1.4M	377	1.2K	100	70
#pastelpainting	690.4K	108	1.2K	92	40

Related Hashtags to #softpastels

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#drawing	307.7M	19.0K	931	100	33
#artist	352.7M	42.4K	1.1K	100	45
#artwork	213.2M	14.8K	575	100	34
#pastel	25.8M	2.0K	1.7K	100	60
#pastels	3.6M	237	1.9K	100	60

Similar Hashtags to #softpastels

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#softpastelspainting	35.6K	15	3.2K	12	71
#softpastelsart	16.4K	1	1.5K	1	65
#softpastelsdrawing	15.5K	2	1.3K	2	61
#senneliersoftpastels	4.4K	1	342	1	9
#softpastelsketch	5.3K	1	1.9K	1	41

Hashtag Cloud

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How to Use #softpastels on Instagram

Mix with niche hashtags — #softpastels has very high competition. Combine it with smaller, more specific hashtags to improve your visibility.
Use 5-15 hashtags per post — Include #softpastels alongside related tags for the best reach. Don't just use one hashtag.
Combine with related hashtags — Try pairing #softpastels with #drawing, #artist, #artwork for a well-rounded hashtag set.
Check for banned hashtags — Always verify your hashtags are safe before posting. Use the IQHashtags Banned Hashtag Checker.

Frequently Asked Questions

How popular is #softpastels on Instagram?

#softpastels has 1.1B total posts on Instagram with approximately 97.2K new posts added daily. The average post using #softpastels receives 2.2K likes and 37 comments.

Is #softpastels a good hashtag to use?

#softpastels has a competition score of 100/100 (very high) and a reach score of 64/100. This is a competitive hashtag — best used alongside smaller, niche-specific tags.

What hashtags go well with #softpastels?

The best hashtags to use with #softpastels include: #drawing, #artist, #artwork, #pastel, #pastels. Using a mix of related hashtags helps you reach a wider audience while staying relevant to your content.

Editorial transparency: This article was drafted with AI assistance using IQ Hashtags' internal platform data and research, then reviewed and edited for accuracy by Ewa Suwińska, Editorial Lead at IQ Hashtags. Last reviewed: 2026-06-04. Learn about our editorial process →

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