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
95CFC4
RGB
149, 207, 196
HSL
169, 38%, 70%
HSB
169, 28%, 81%
CMYK
28, 0, 5, 19
LAB
79, -21, -1
LCH
79, 21, 182
OKLCH
0.81, 0.06, 182
XYZ
45, 55, 60
LUV
79, -29, 3
HWB
169, 58%, 19%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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