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The 7 Best Instagram Hashtags for Business (in 30+ Niche Markets)

Posted 23 January, 2015

The_7_Best_Instagram_Hashtags_for_Business_in_30_Niche_Markets-lsbest instagram hashtags for businessInstagram hashtags for business are SUPER important!

Using the right ones will help you get more Likes, followers & customers. There's no doubt about it.

But how do you find the right hashtags for your specific industry?

You can start by reading this blog post! ;)

Instagram hashtags are critical for 3 reasons:

  1. Hashtags dramatically increase the reach for your posts -- which means you'll get more Instagram followers
  2. Hashtags help you find people on Instagram with similar interests as you
  3. Hashtags help you do market research to learn about your competitors

Below, I list 7 of the best Instagram hashtags for 38 niche markets.

If you'd like more (20-40 hashtags for each niche, instead of just 7) -- along with detailed Pro Tips on how to use hashtags effectively -- then download my ebook:

>> Click here to download my Instagram Hashtags Ebook <<

This ebook has already helped hundreds of businesses build MASSIVE followings on Instagram!

Okay... now it's time to get your hashtag on!!

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The 7 Best Instagram Hashtags for Business (in 30+ Niche Markets)

1. Generally Popular

 

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  1. #photooftheday
  2. #instadaily
  3. #picoftheday
  4. #igers
  5. #instacool

2. Themed

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  1. #TBT
  2. #throwbackthursday
  3. #motivationalmonday
  4. #transformationtuesday
  5. #followfriday
  6. #sundayfunday
  7. #mcm

3. Quotes

best-instagram-hashtags>> Click to Tweet

  1. #quotes
  2. #quoteoftheday
  3. #qotd
  4. #lifequotes
  5. #motivationalquotes
  6. #inspirationalquotes
  7. #instaquote

4. SEO

best-instagram-hashtags>> Click to Tweet

  1. #marketing
  2. #googlesearch
  3. #webtraffic
  4. #optimization
  5. #content
  6. #seo
  7. #seoproblems

Pro Tip

Use the same hashtags as your clients. For example, if you work with medical professionals -- use hashtags that are popular in the health-care industry when figuring out what to post on Instagram.

5. Tutor

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  1. #tutoring
  2. #studentproblems
  3. #privatetutor
  4. #studytips
  5. #collegeessay
  6. #ACTtutor
  7. #education

6. Author

best-instagram-hashtags>> Click to Tweet

  1. #readthisbook
  2. #ireadforfun
  3. #bookoftheday
  4. #bestseller
  5. #bookworm
  6. #nonfiction
  7. #readinglist

Pro Tip

Use hashtags for other popular books, stories & writers. For example, #harrypotter, #thehungergames and #stephenking.

7. Social Media

best-instagram-hashtags>> Click to Tweet

  1. #socialmediatips
  2. #communitymanager
  3. #smtips
  4. #smm
  5. #contentmarketing
  6. #socialmediatips
  7. #goviral

8. Photography

best-instagram-hashtags>> Click to Tweet

  1. #photography
  2. #photooftheday
  3. #portrait
  4. #photogram
  5. #behindthescenes
  6. #photoshoot
  7. #photog

Pro Tip

Use hashtags specific to your specialties in photography. For example, #weddingphotographer, #familyphotographer or #photojournalism.

9. Videographer

best-instagram-hashtags>> Click to Tweet

  1. #video
  2. #videogram
  3. #videooftheday
  4. #votd
  5. #bts
  6. #preciousmoments
  7. #studiolife

10. Spiritual

best-instagram-hashtags>> Click to Tweet

  1. #spiritual
  2. #faith
  3. #believeinyourself
  4. #thankful
  5. #meditation
  6. #innerpeace
  7. #calm

11. Fitness

best-instagram-hashtags>> Click to Tweet

  1. #fitnessaddict
  2. #exerciseroutine
  3. #workouttime
  4. #todaysworkout
  5. #gymlife
  6. #fitfood
  7. #womensfitness

12. Nutrition

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  1. #heathyliving
  2. #nutritious
  3. #freshfoods
  4. #foodporn
  5. #healthydinner
  6. #cleaneats
  7. #foodie

Pro Tip

Use hashtags specific to certain diets -- like #vegan, #raw or #paleo.

13. Makeup

best-instagram-hashtags>> Click to Tweet

  1. #faceoftheday
  2. #makeupmafia
  3. #makeupaddict
  4. #shimmer
  5. #blush
  6. #bronzer
  7. #makeover

14. Art

best-instagram-hashtags>> Click to Tweet

  1. #artist
  2. #illustration
  3. #galleries
  4. #interiordesigns
  5. #mixedmedia
  6. #instaartist
  7. #artstudio

15. Real Estate

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  1. #realestate
  2. #properties
  3. #justlisted
  4. #broker
  5. #realtor
  6. #homesearch
  7. #househunting

16. Retail

best-instagram-hashtags>> Click to Tweet

  1. #boutiques
  2. #mall
  3. #style
  4. #shoppingaddict
  5. #promo
  6. #shoppingtime
  7. #musthave

17. Branding

best-instagram-hashtags>> Click to Tweet

  1. #branding
  2. #brandidentity
  3. #logo
  4. #logodesign
  5. #startuplife
  6. #entrepreneurs
  7. #branding101

18. Weddings

best-instagram-hashtags>> Click to Tweet

  1. #weddingwednesday
  2. #bridalparty
  3. #bridetobe
  4. #weddinginvitations
  5. #weddingregistry
  6. #dreamwedding
  7. #shesaidyes

19. Travel

best-instagram-hashtags>> Click to Tweet

  1. #travelgram
  2. #thegoodlife
  3. #cruise
  4. #vacaymode
  5. #traveltips
  6. #travelfriendly
  7. #wheretonext

Pro Tip

Use hashtags for the places you plan trips to the most. For example, #winecountry or #napavalleywine.

20. Life Coach

best-instagram-hashtags>> Click to Tweet

  1. #seizetheday
  2. #certifiedlifecoach
  3. #dailyaffirmation
  4. #doer
  5. #makeithappen
  6. #empower
  7. #productivity

21. Cooking

best-instagram-hashtags>> Click to Tweet

  1. #recipe
  2. #mealidea
  3. #delicious
  4. #myplate
  5. #kitchenlife
  6. #inthekitchen
  7. #homemade

Pro Tip

Your hashtags can relate to the ingredients you're using in your cooking.

22. Baking

best-instagram-hashtags>> Click to Tweet

  1. #bakingday
  2. #bakingtime
  3. #bakingcookies
  4. #gourmetbakery
  5. #freshbread
  6. #icing
  7. #sugar

23. Jewelry

best-instagram-hashtags>> Click to Tweet

  1. #wristparty
  2. #armcandy
  3. #dressedup
  4. #accessories
  5. #glam
  6. #indulge
  7. #stylist

Pro Tip

Where do your customers wear their jewelry when they go out? For example, #weekendstyle, #vacationstyle or #dressedupforwork.

24. Restaurants

best-instagram-hashtags>> Click to Tweet

  1. #whatsfordinner
  2. #fancy
  3. #casual
  4. #yummy
  5. #ambiance
  6. #gourmet
  7. #taste

25. Music

best-instagram-hashtags>> Click to Tweet

  1. #singer
  2. #coversong
  3. #coverband
  4. #newalbum
  5. #performer
  6. #musictherapy
  7. #newalbum

Pro Tip

Use hashtags specific to your musical genre.

26. Dogs

best-instagram-hashtags>> Click to Tweet

  1. #ilovemydog
  2. #instagramdogs
  3. #dogstagram
  4. #happydog
  5. #dogsmile
  6. #doglife
  7. #dogsoftheday

27. Fashion

best-instagram-hashtags>> Click to Tweet

  1. #fashionmodel
  2. #model
  3. #fashiontrends
  4. #whatstrending
  5. #ontrend
  6. #styleblog
  7. #fashionmagazine

28. Crafting

best-instagram-hashtags>> Click to Tweet

  1. #crafts
  2. #craftime
  3. #diy
  4. #etsy
  5. #handmade
  6. #shopsmall
  7. #craftymom

Pro Tip

What materials do you work with? For example, #yarn, #beads and #ribbon.

29. Graphic Design

best-instagram-hashtags>> Click to Tweet

  1. #digitalartist
  2. #designlife
  3. #designstudio
  4. #workfromhome
  5. #logos
  6. #icondesign
  7. #appdesign

30. Blogging

best-instagram-hashtags>> Click to Tweet

  1. #newblogpost
  2. #newblogger
  3. #bloglife
  4. #instablogger
  5. #newpost
  6. #blogspot
  7. #writer

Pro Tip

Add "blog" to the end of words that describe the topics you write about. For example, #designblog, #decorblog and #interiordesignblog.

31. Financial Services

best-instagram-hashtags>> Click to Tweet

  1. #financialfreedom
  2. #priorities
  3. #lifesavings
  4. #retirementplan
  5. #income
  6. #investing
  7. #creditscore

32. Hair

best-instagram-hashtags>> Click to Tweet

  1. #haircuts
  2. #hairinspo
  3. #curls
  4. #longbob
  5. #shorthair
  6. #feminine
  7. #hairlovers

Pro Tip

Descriptive words like #powerwoman and #sophisticated work great in hair-related posts.

33. Productivity

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  1. #focused
  2. #overwhelmed
  3. #stressed
  4. #simplify
  5. #taskmanagement
  6. #organized
  7. #todolist

34. Interior Design

best-instagram-hashtags>> Click to Tweet

  1. #freshpaint
  2. #wallart
  3. #shabbychic
  4. #newhome
  5. #exposedbrick
  6. #homesweethome
  7. #decorator

35. Baby

best-instagram-hashtags>> Click to Tweet

  1. #infant
  2. #firsttimemom
  3. #momlife
  4. #babystyle
  5. #newbornbaby
  6. #instababygirl
  7. #babyboy

Pro Tip

Use hashtags specific to your products or services -- #babyshoes or #babyfeet.

36. Garden

best-instagram-hashtags>> Click to Tweet

  1. #gardenlife
  2. #instagarden
  3. #harvest
  4. #gardenflowers
  5. #locavore
  6. #farmtotable
  7. #agriculture

37. Coffee

best-instagram-hashtags>> Click to Tweet

  1. #fairtrade
  2. #coffeetime
  3. #coffeeaddict
  4. #coffeebreak
  5. #coffeegram
  6. #latte
  7. #timetowakeup

Pro Tip

Use location-based hashtags for the best coffee shops in your area.

38. Skincare

best-instagram-hashtags>> Click to Tweet

  1. #musthave
  2. #healthyskin
  3. #antiaging
  4. #facial
  5. #exfoliate
  6. #glowingskin
  7. #spaday

Get MORE Hashtags!

Above are 7 of the best Instagram hashtags for 38 niche markets.

Remember: If you'd like more (20-40 hashtags for each niche, instead of just 7) -- along with detailed Pro Tips on how to use hashtags effectively -- then download my ebook:

>> Click here to download my Instagram Hashtags Ebook <<

This ebook has already helped hundreds of businesses build MASSIVE followings on Instagram!

In closing, here are 3 Instagram tricks to get you started using some of the best Instagram hashtags in your industry:

  1. Use about 5 to 10 hashtags on each Instagram post
  2. Use hashtags when you comment on your posts
  3. List the best hashtags in notes on your phone so you always have them at your fingertips

Awesome! Glad to help you get your hashtags on! :)

Let me know which hashtags work best for you!

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