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
96F2D2
RGB
150, 242, 210
HSL
159, 78%, 77%
HSB
159, 38%, 95%
CMYK
38, 0, 13, 5
LAB
89, -34, 6
LCH
89, 35, 169
OKLCH
0.89, 0.10, 170
XYZ
56, 75, 72
LUV
89, -43, 16
HWB
159, 59%, 5%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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