#F0FFFE Hex Color
A clean and airy pale cyan
This extremely pale cyan carries a clean, clinical edge with neutral grey undertones. Because it sits right on the border of white, #f0fffe works best as a breathable UI background or a minimal negative space filler. It pairs beautifully with deep charcoal text for high contrast. This hex code provides a refreshing alternative to standard stark white, adding subtle personality to hospital or tech branding.
Questions about #f0fffe
What is #f0fffe in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f0fffe is rgb(240, 255, 254), in HSL hsl(176, 100%, 97%) and in CMYK 6%, 0%, 0%, 0%.
When should I use #f0fffe instead of pure white?
#f0fffe provides a subtle, calming depth that pure white often lacks, making it ideal for background surfaces where you need to reduce eye strain. It creates a professional, high-end tech aesthetic while maintaining the airy feel of a neutral canvas.
Is #f0fffe readable on white or black?
#f0fffe has a 1.02:1 contrast ratio on white and 20.44:1 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.