Psychology
Cyan reads as cool, clean, and slightly clinical — the color of clear water, ice, and sterile environments. Calming without the gravity of deep blue.
Meaning
Associated with technology, communication, and freshness. It's one of the four process inks, indirectly tying it to printing, screens, and infrastructure visuals.
Applications
Strong choice for tech, healthcare, and wellness products. Use bright cyan sparingly — it can overpower neighboring hues.
Conversion
HEX
00D1C4
RGB
0, 209, 196
HSL
176, 100%, 41%
HSB
176, 100%, 82%
CMYK
100, 0, 6, 18
LAB
75, -47, -6
LCH
75, 47, 188
OKLCH
0.77, 0.14, 187
XYZ
33, 50, 60
LUV
75, -60, -2
HWB
176, 0%, 18%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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