#28B9BA Hex Color
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#28b9ba is a high-chroma cyan with strong green undertones that feels cool and refreshing. Because it sits comfortably between blue and green, it works as a punchy accent color in UI design. While black text provides excellent readability against this shade, avoid using it as a full-page background, as the saturation can quickly overwhelm the viewer. Use this hex code to inject energy into tech or baby-focused branding.
Questions about #28b9ba
What is #28b9ba in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #28b9ba is rgb(40, 185, 186), in HSL hsl(180, 65%, 44%) and in CMYK 78%, 1%, 0%, 27%.
How should I use #28b9ba in UI design?
Since #28b9ba is highly saturated, it works best as an accent rather than a background. Use it against charcoal or dark text to ensure readability, as its brightness often washes out lighter, softer shades of text.
Which colors pair best with #28b9ba?
This cyan pairs exceptionally well with muted neutrals to ground its high energy. For a balanced look, try placing #28b9ba alongside navy or soft grays, which allow the vibrancy of the green-cyan undertones to pop without overwhelming the viewer.
Is #28b9ba readable on white or black?
#28b9ba has a 2.40:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.73:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.