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
38E4AA
RGB
56, 228, 170
HSL
160, 76%, 56%
HSB
160, 75%, 89%
CMYK
75, 0, 25, 11
LAB
81, -55, 16
LCH
81, 57, 164
OKLCH
0.82, 0.16, 165
XYZ
37, 59, 48
LUV
81, -64, 33
HWB
160, 22%, 11%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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