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
81E2CE
RGB
129, 226, 206
HSL
168, 63%, 70%
HSB
168, 43%, 89%
CMYK
43, 0, 9, 11
LAB
84, -34, 0
LCH
84, 34, 179
OKLCH
0.85, 0.10, 179
XYZ
47, 64, 68
LUV
84, -44, 7
HWB
168, 51%, 11%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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