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
2AE5B2
RGB
42, 229, 178
HSL
164, 78%, 53%
HSB
164, 82%, 90%
CMYK
82, 0, 22, 10
LAB
82, -55, 12
LCH
82, 56, 168
OKLCH
0.82, 0.16, 168
XYZ
37, 60, 52
LUV
82, -65, 27
HWB
164, 16%, 10%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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