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
28C8B4
RGB
40, 200, 180
HSL
173, 67%, 47%
HSB
173, 80%, 78%
CMYK
80, 0, 10, 22
LAB
73, -44, -2
LCH
73, 45, 182
OKLCH
0.75, 0.13, 182
XYZ
30, 45, 50
LUV
73, -56, 5
HWB
173, 16%, 22%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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