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
89E2E5
RGB
137, 226, 229
HSL
182, 64%, 72%
HSB
182, 40%, 90%
CMYK
40, 1, 0, 10
LAB
84, -27, -10
LCH
84, 29, 201
OKLCH
0.86, 0.09, 198
XYZ
52, 65, 84
LUV
84, -41, -11
HWB
182, 54%, 10%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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