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
42E5B2
RGB
66, 229, 178
HSL
161, 76%, 58%
HSB
161, 71%, 90%
CMYK
71, 0, 22, 10
LAB
82, -52, 12
LCH
82, 54, 167
OKLCH
0.83, 0.15, 167
XYZ
38, 60, 52
LUV
82, -62, 28
HWB
161, 26%, 10%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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