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
38F2B9
RGB
56, 242, 185
HSL
162, 88%, 58%
HSB
162, 77%, 95%
CMYK
77, 0, 24, 5
LAB
86, -57, 14
LCH
86, 59, 166
OKLCH
0.86, 0.16, 167
XYZ
42, 68, 57
LUV
86, -68, 31
HWB
162, 22%, 5%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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