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
45DEC9
RGB
69, 222, 201
HSL
172, 70%, 57%
HSB
172, 69%, 87%
CMYK
69, 0, 9, 13
LAB
80, -45, -2
LCH
80, 45, 182
OKLCH
0.82, 0.13, 182
XYZ
39, 58, 64
LUV
80, -58, 5
HWB
172, 27%, 13%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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