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
8CD3BF
RGB
140, 211, 191
HSL
163, 45%, 69%
HSB
163, 34%, 83%
CMYK
34, 0, 9, 17
LAB
79, -26, 2
LCH
79, 27, 175
OKLCH
0.81, 0.08, 175
XYZ
44, 56, 58
LUV
79, -34, 9
HWB
163, 55%, 17%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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