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
8EE2CB
RGB
142, 226, 203
HSL
164, 59%, 72%
HSB
164, 37%, 89%
CMYK
37, 0, 10, 11
LAB
84, -31, 3
LCH
84, 31, 175
OKLCH
0.85, 0.09, 175
XYZ
49, 64, 66
LUV
84, -39, 10
HWB
164, 56%, 11%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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