#C0FAEC Hex Color
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#c0faec is a luminous, pastel teal with very low saturation and a cool green undertone. Its softness suits wellness, healthcare, spring, and baby-focused designs, while its clean appearance supports technology and communication brands. Use it as a light interface background with black text, which reaches about 18.1:1 contrast. The hex code is #c0faec.
Questions about #c0faec
What is #c0faec in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c0faec is rgb(192, 250, 236), in HSL hsl(166, 85%, 87%) and in CMYK 23%, 0%, 6%, 2%.
Is #c0faec a warm or cool color?
#c0faec reads as a cool color because its pale teal base leans green with a blue influence. Its low saturation softens that coolness, creating a clean, calm look rather than a vivid tropical one.
Which colors pair well with #c0faec?
#c0faec pairs well with black, charcoal, navy, muted greens, and warm neutrals. For stronger color-theory contrast, deep burgundy accents add warmth while preserving the pale teal’s airy character.
Is #c0faec readable on white or black?
#c0faec has a 1.15:1 contrast ratio on white and 18.12:1 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.