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
79DCC4
RGB
121, 220, 196
HSL
165, 59%, 67%
HSB
165, 45%, 86%
CMYK
45, 0, 11, 14
LAB
81, -35, 2
LCH
81, 35, 176
OKLCH
0.83, 0.10, 176
XYZ
43, 59, 61
LUV
81, -45, 10
HWB
165, 47%, 14%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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