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
56EBD0
RGB
86, 235, 208
HSL
169, 79%, 63%
HSB
169, 63%, 92%
CMYK
63, 0, 11, 8
LAB
85, -46, 1
LCH
85, 46, 179
OKLCH
0.85, 0.13, 179
XYZ
45, 66, 70
LUV
85, -59, 10
HWB
169, 34%, 8%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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