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
55D1BE
RGB
85, 209, 190
HSL
171, 57%, 58%
HSB
171, 59%, 82%
CMYK
59, 0, 9, 18
LAB
77, -39, -1
LCH
77, 39, 182
OKLCH
0.79, 0.11, 181
XYZ
36, 51, 57
LUV
77, -51, 5
HWB
171, 33%, 18%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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