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
42ECE2
RGB
66, 236, 226
HSL
176, 82%, 59%
HSB
176, 72%, 93%
CMYK
72, 0, 4, 7
LAB
85, -46, -8
LCH
85, 47, 190
OKLCH
0.86, 0.13, 189
XYZ
46, 67, 82
LUV
85, -61, -5
HWB
176, 26%, 7%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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