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
42E5BB
RGB
66, 229, 187
HSL
165, 76%, 58%
HSB
165, 71%, 90%
CMYK
71, 0, 18, 10
LAB
82, -51, 8
LCH
82, 51, 171
OKLCH
0.83, 0.15, 171
XYZ
39, 61, 57
LUV
82, -62, 21
HWB
165, 26%, 10%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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