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
1AFFC5
RGB
26, 255, 197
HSL
165, 100%, 55%
HSB
165, 90%, 100%
CMYK
90, 0, 23, 0
LAB
90, -62, 13
LCH
90, 63, 168
OKLCH
0.89, 0.18, 168
XYZ
46, 76, 65
LUV
90, -74, 31
HWB
165, 10%, 0%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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