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
95D5BB
RGB
149, 213, 187
HSL
156, 43%, 71%
HSB
156, 30%, 84%
CMYK
30, 0, 12, 16
LAB
80, -25, 6
LCH
80, 26, 167
OKLCH
0.82, 0.07, 167
XYZ
45, 58, 56
LUV
80, -31, 14
HWB
156, 58%, 16%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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