Mint Green #98FF98
Mint green, hex code #98FF98, is a pale, bright green with a fresh, cool feel. It is very light and fairly saturated, with plenty of white mixed in. It looks like mint ice cream or toothpaste and brings to mind cleanliness, spring, and retro kitchens from the 1950s.
CSS has no mint green keyword; the closest is palegreen (#98FB98), which is almost identical. Many mint greens used in fashion and interiors are softer and more muted than #98FF98.
| HEX | #98FF98 | |
|---|---|---|
| RGB | rgb(152, 255, 152) | |
| HSL | hsl(120, 100%, 80%) | |
| HSV | hsv(120, 40%, 100%) | |
| CMYK | cmyk(40%, 0%, 40%, 0%) |
Text on Mint Green
Black text reads better on Mint Green. Ratios use the WCAG 2 formula: 4.5:1 passes AA for body text, 3:1 passes for large text.
The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog.
The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog.
Colors that go with Mint Green
Mint Green tints and shades
Tints mix Mint Green with white, shades mix it with black, in 15% steps. Copy any code, or open the tint and shade generator for a full scale.
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Mint Green color schemes
Color-wheel harmonies built by rotating the hue of #98FF98 and keeping its saturation and lightness.
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Mint Green color meaning
Mint green gets its meaning from the herb and from everything minty: gum, toothpaste, ice cream. The color says fresh, cool, and clean, which is why it shows up on dental and personal care packaging. Real mint leaves are much darker, so the name refers to the flavor and its products more than the plant.
It also has a strong retro streak. Mid-century kitchens, appliances, and diners used mint and similar pastel greens, and the color still carries a bit of that 1950s charm.
Mint is light and cheerful at a low volume. It feels youthful and optimistic, and it's often used with pastel pink and yellow in spring and Easter palettes. In products it appears on sneakers, phone cases, and small appliances whenever pastel colors come back into style.
How to use Mint Green in design
Mint green works for skincare, oral care, dessert shops, baby products, and finance apps that want to feel approachable. It's too light for text on white, but as a background it's friendly and easy on the eyes. Use dark text such as charcoal, navy, or deep green on it. It pairs well with coral and pink for a playful look, or with navy and white for something cleaner. In interiors, the more muted mints suit bathrooms and kitchens, especially with white tile and brass.
Palettes with Mint Green tones
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Mint Green FAQ
What is the difference between mint green and seafoam green?
Seafoam green leans bluer and slightly softer, like pale ocean water. Mint green is a purer, brighter green with a cooler, cleaner feel. Mint suggests toothpaste and ice cream; seafoam suggests the beach. In interiors, seafoam works well for coastal rooms, and mint suits kitchens and retro spaces.
What colors go with mint green?
Coral, peach, and blush pink bring warmth and contrast. Navy, charcoal, and deep green give mint a strong, readable partner. White and light gray keep it clean and modern. For a retro look, pair it with pastel yellow and soft pink, the way 1950s kitchens did.