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
79DDBA
RGB
121, 221, 186
HSL
159, 60%, 67%
HSB
159, 45%, 87%
CMYK
45, 0, 16, 13
LAB
81, -37, 8
LCH
81, 38, 168
OKLCH
0.83, 0.11, 169
XYZ
43, 59, 56
LUV
81, -45, 18
HWB
159, 47%, 13%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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