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
8CD9BD
RGB
140, 217, 189
HSL
158, 50%, 70%
HSB
158, 35%, 85%
CMYK
35, 0, 13, 15
LAB
81, -29, 6
LCH
81, 30, 169
OKLCH
0.83, 0.09, 169
XYZ
45, 59, 57
LUV
81, -37, 14
HWB
158, 55%, 15%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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