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
81FDCD
RGB
129, 253, 205
HSL
157, 97%, 75%
HSB
157, 49%, 99%
CMYK
49, 0, 19, 1
LAB
91, -45, 12
LCH
91, 46, 165
OKLCH
0.91, 0.13, 166
XYZ
55, 79, 70
LUV
91, -55, 26
HWB
157, 51%, 1%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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