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
96FBD5
RGB
150, 251, 213
HSL
157, 93%, 79%
HSB
157, 40%, 98%
CMYK
40, 0, 15, 2
LAB
92, -37, 9
LCH
92, 38, 167
OKLCH
0.92, 0.11, 168
XYZ
59, 80, 75
LUV
92, -47, 20
HWB
157, 59%, 2%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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