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
98CDBB
RGB
152, 205, 187
HSL
160, 35%, 70%
HSB
160, 26%, 80%
CMYK
26, 0, 9, 20
LAB
78, -21, 3
LCH
78, 21, 171
OKLCH
0.81, 0.06, 172
XYZ
44, 54, 55
LUV
78, -26, 9
HWB
160, 60%, 20%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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