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
97E5CC
RGB
151, 229, 204
HSL
161, 60%, 75%
HSB
161, 34%, 90%
CMYK
34, 0, 11, 10
LAB
85, -29, 4
LCH
85, 29, 172
OKLCH
0.86, 0.08, 172
XYZ
52, 67, 67
LUV
85, -37, 12
HWB
161, 59%, 10%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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