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How to use Pastel Color Generator

Enter a bold color, and the tool softens it into a pastel version instantly.

Frequently asked questions

What makes a color a pastel?

Pastels are high in lightness and low-to-moderate in saturation, giving a soft, airy feel. We raise lightness and reduce saturation.

Will my hue stay the same?

Yes — the hue is preserved so a red stays a pinkish-red pastel and a blue stays a soft blue.

Can I pastel a very dark color?

Yes. The tool lifts lightness into the pastel range regardless of how dark the input is, keeping the original hue.

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