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
86D6B4
RGB
134, 214, 180
HSL
155, 49%, 68%
HSB
155, 37%, 84%
CMYK
37, 0, 16, 16
LAB
80, -31, 9
LCH
80, 33, 164
OKLCH
0.81, 0.09, 165
XYZ
42, 56, 52
LUV
80, -38, 19
HWB
155, 53%, 16%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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