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
59E4B1
RGB
89, 228, 177
HSL
158, 72%, 62%
HSB
158, 61%, 89%
CMYK
61, 0, 22, 11
LAB
82, -48, 13
LCH
82, 50, 165
OKLCH
0.83, 0.14, 165
XYZ
40, 61, 51
LUV
82, -57, 28
HWB
158, 35%, 11%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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