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
89EECE
RGB
137, 238, 206
HSL
161, 75%, 74%
HSB
161, 42%, 93%
CMYK
42, 0, 13, 7
LAB
87, -37, 6
LCH
87, 37, 171
OKLCH
0.88, 0.11, 171
XYZ
52, 71, 69
LUV
87, -46, 16
HWB
161, 54%, 7%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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