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
85E4CD
RGB
133, 228, 205
HSL
165, 64%, 71%
HSB
165, 42%, 89%
CMYK
42, 0, 10, 11
LAB
84, -34, 2
LCH
84, 34, 177
OKLCH
0.85, 0.10, 177
XYZ
48, 65, 68
LUV
84, -43, 9
HWB
165, 52%, 11%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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