10 Best pastels of 2025

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Prismacolor
Prismacolor Premier Nupastel Firm Pastel Color Sticks, Adult Coloring, 36 Pack
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Key Features and Benefits
Compact size for portability, versatile use wet or dry, rich pigments for brilliant color, perfect for blending and shading with 36 vivid pastels.

Ideal Use Cases
Exceptional for artists seeking to blend, shade, or layer in fine art, illustrations, or mixed media works. Ideal for both wet and dry mediums.

Customer Praise
Most reviews highlight the pastels` exceptional blendability and vibrant, velvety colors as their top feature, appreciating their high-quality pigment and versatility.
9.8

Exceptional

Our Rating

8.9
worth the money

8.9
for starters

8.7
Simple to use
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Value for Money

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Mont Marte
Mont Marte Extra Soft Oil Pastels Vibrant Hues Premium 120pc, Assorted Bright Colors, Vibrant, Buttery, Versatile Art Pastels for Blending, Layering & Shading, Art, Craft, Coloring and Sketching
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Vibrant and Versatile
120 vibrant oil pastels with ultra-soft texture for blending.

Ideal for Artists
Perfect for blending, layering, and shading on paper, card, canvas.

Praised for Texture
Customers love the buttery texture for smooth, clean mixes.
9.6

Exceptional

Our Rating
3

Artecho

Artecho 50pcs Soft Pastels, 48 Colors Including 4 Fluorescent Colors, Extra Free Black & White, Square Chalk for Drawing, Blending, Layering, Shading, Pastels Art Supplies
9.5

Excellent

Our Rating
4

Artecho
Artecho Oil Pastels Set of 48 Colors, Soft Oil Pastels for Art Painting, Drawing, Blending, Art Supplies for Artists, Beginners, Students, Teachers (10 x 70 mm)
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Key Features and Benefits
48 vibrant colors with high-quality pigments, easy blending, and shading. Comes in a convenient packaging with individual sleeves.

Ideal Use Cases
Perfect for illustration, stenciling, scratching, impasto, and dotting. Suitable for kids, beginners, students, and experienced artists.

Customer Reviews Highlight
Most praised for the brilliant color payoff and the smooth, easy application process.
9.3

Excellent

Our Rating

9.5
Gentle

9.5
worth the money

9.3
for starters
5

Mont Marte
Mont Marte Oil Pastels in Tin Box Signature 48pc, 48 Assorted Colors, Vibrant Oil Pastel Set, Great Blending and Layering, Comes in Storage Case, Ideal for Art, Craft, Coloring and Sketching
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Key Features and Benefits
48 oil-based colors in a tin case with soft texture for seamless blending. Ideal for paper, card, and canvas, enhancing versatility.

Ideal Use Cases
Perfect for artists wanting to blend colors easily, create sgraffito effects, and experiment with glazes using oils on various surfaces.

Customer Reviews
Most praised for the vibrant color palette and the buttery texture that allows for easy mixing and blending, enhancing the artistic process.
9.2

Excellent

Our Rating

9.9
Simple to use

9.9
worth the money
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Mont Marte
Mont Marte Soft Pastels in Tin Box Signature 48pc, 48 Assorted Colors, Vibrant Pastel Sticks, Great Blending, Comes in Storage Case, Ideal for Art, Craft, Coloring and Sketching
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Key Features
48 vibrant colors with a soft, powdery texture for seamless blending. Includes tin storage case for organization and portability.

Ideal Use Cases
Perfect for shading large areas, creating fine lines, and compatible with pastel pencils and charcoal for versatile art projects.

Customer Praise
Most reviews highlight the exceptional blendability and the wide color range as the product`s standout features.
8.9

Very Good

Our Rating

9.9
worth the money

9.9
for starters

9.5
Gentle
7

Artecho

Artecho Oil Pastels Set of 50 Colors (8 x 60 mm), Soft Oil Pastels for Art Painting, Drawing, Blending, Art Supplies for Artists, Beginners, Students, Teachers
8.7

Very Good

Our Rating
8

MUNGYO

MUNGYO Gallery Artists' Soft Oil Pastels Professional, 48 Assorted Colors, Vibrant and Blendable
8.6

Very Good

Our Rating

9.7
Simple to use

9.5
worth the money

9.5
for starters
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HA SHI
HA SHI Soft Chalk Pastels, 48 colors with additional 2pcs, Non Toxic Art Supplies, Drawing Media for Artist Stick Pastel for Professional, Kids, Beauty Nail Art, Pan Chalk Pastels
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Non-toxic Excellence and Versatility
HA SHI soft pastels offer a non-toxic, safe option for artists of all levels, with 64/48 color sets, superior pigmentation, and use on various surfaces.

Ideal for Artists and Nail Art
Perfect for artists seeking vibrant colors and smooth blending on paper or other surfaces, and nail artists creating unique designs with acrylic powder.

Highly Pigmented and Smooth Texture
Customers frequently praise the vibrant pigmentation and velvety texture, making HA SHI soft pastels easy to blend and layer for stunning artistic effects.
8.4

Good

Our Rating

9.9
materials Quality

9.5
worth the money

9.3
Simple to use
10

MUNGYO
MUNGYO Soft Pastel Set – 48 Colors | Square Pastels for Artists | Smooth & Blendable Colors
Main highlights

Key Features
Offers a smooth touch and easy drawing experience with the finest materials. Supports all pastel techniques like blending and gradation.

Ideal Use Cases
Perfect for artists exploring various pastel techniques and those seeking precision and ease in blending, gradation, and dry-wash effects.

Customer Reviews
Most praised for its exceptional smoothness and ease of use, making it a favorite among both novice and experienced artists.
8.1

Good

Our Rating

9.5
Giftable

9.3
Simple to use

9.1
for starters

10 Best pastels of 2025

1

Prismacolor Premier Nupastel Firm Pastel Color Sticks, Adult Coloring, 36 Pack

8.9

8.9

8.7

2

Mont Marte Extra Soft Oil Pastels Vibrant Hues Premium 120pc, Assorted Bright Colors, Vibrant, Buttery, Versatile Art Pastels for Blending, Layering & Shading, Art, Craft, Coloring and Sketching

3

Artecho 50pcs Soft Pastels, 48 Colors Including 4 Fluorescent Colors, Extra Free Black & White, Square Chalk for Drawing, Blending, Layering, Shading, Pastels Art Supplies

4

Artecho Oil Pastels Set of 48 Colors, Soft Oil Pastels for Art Painting, Drawing, Blending, Art Supplies for Artists, Beginners, Students, Teachers (10 x 70 mm)

9.5

9.5

9.3

5

Mont Marte Oil Pastels in Tin Box Signature 48pc, 48 Assorted Colors, Vibrant Oil Pastel Set, Great Blending and Layering, Comes in Storage Case, Ideal for Art, Craft, Coloring and Sketching

9.9

9.9

6

Mont Marte Soft Pastels in Tin Box Signature 48pc, 48 Assorted Colors, Vibrant Pastel Sticks, Great Blending, Comes in Storage Case, Ideal for Art, Craft, Coloring and Sketching

9.9

9.9

9.5

7

Artecho Oil Pastels Set of 50 Colors (8 x 60 mm), Soft Oil Pastels for Art Painting, Drawing, Blending, Art Supplies for Artists, Beginners, Students, Teachers

8

MUNGYO Gallery Artists' Soft Oil Pastels Professional, 48 Assorted Colors, Vibrant and Blendable

9.7

9.5

9.5

9

HA SHI Soft Chalk Pastels, 48 colors with additional 2pcs, Non Toxic Art Supplies, Drawing Media for Artist Stick Pastel for Professional, Kids, Beauty Nail Art, Pan Chalk Pastels

9.9

9.5

9.3

10

MUNGYO Soft Pastel Set – 48 Colors | Square Pastels for Artists | Smooth & Blendable Colors

9.5

9.3

9.1

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