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
38D5D1
RGB
56, 213, 209
HSL
178, 65%, 53%
HSB
178, 74%, 84%
CMYK
74, 0, 2, 16
LAB
78, -42, -10
LCH
78, 43, 194
OKLCH
0.79, 0.12, 192
XYZ
37, 53, 69
LUV
78, -56, -9
HWB
178, 22%, 16%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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