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
81EDCD
RGB
129, 237, 205
HSL
162, 75%, 72%
HSB
162, 46%, 93%
CMYK
46, 0, 14, 7
LAB
87, -38, 5
LCH
87, 39, 172
OKLCH
0.87, 0.11, 172
XYZ
50, 70, 69
LUV
87, -48, 15
HWB
162, 51%, 7%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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