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
6AEFEA
RGB
106, 239, 234
HSL
178, 81%, 68%
HSB
178, 56%, 94%
CMYK
56, 0, 2, 6
LAB
87, -39, -9
LCH
87, 40, 193
OKLCH
0.88, 0.12, 192
XYZ
52, 71, 89
LUV
87, -54, -8
HWB
178, 42%, 6%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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