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
90E1BB
RGB
144, 225, 187
HSL
152, 57%, 72%
HSB
152, 36%, 88%
CMYK
36, 0, 17, 12
LAB
84, -32, 10
LCH
84, 34, 162
OKLCH
0.85, 0.10, 163
XYZ
47, 63, 57
LUV
84, -39, 22
HWB
152, 56%, 12%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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