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
2BC6AD
RGB
43, 198, 173
HSL
170, 64%, 47%
HSB
170, 78%, 78%
CMYK
78, 0, 13, 22
LAB
72, -45, 1
LCH
72, 45, 179
OKLCH
0.74, 0.13, 179
XYZ
29, 44, 46
LUV
72, -55, 9
HWB
170, 17%, 22%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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