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
5BCDAC
RGB
91, 205, 172
HSL
163, 53%, 58%
HSB
163, 56%, 80%
CMYK
56, 0, 16, 20
LAB
75, -40, 6
LCH
75, 40, 171
OKLCH
0.77, 0.12, 171
XYZ
34, 49, 47
LUV
75, -49, 16
HWB
163, 36%, 20%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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