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
90D9CB
RGB
144, 217, 203
HSL
168, 49%, 71%
HSB
168, 34%, 85%
CMYK
34, 0, 6, 15
LAB
82, -26, -1
LCH
82, 26, 182
OKLCH
0.83, 0.08, 181
XYZ
47, 60, 66
LUV
82, -35, 4
HWB
168, 56%, 15%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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