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
26EAE2
RGB
38, 234, 226
HSL
178, 82%, 53%
HSB
178, 84%, 92%
CMYK
84, 0, 3, 8
LAB
84, -48, -10
LCH
84, 49, 192
OKLCH
0.85, 0.14, 190
XYZ
44, 65, 82
LUV
84, -64, -7
HWB
178, 15%, 8%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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