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
99EDCF
RGB
153, 237, 207
HSL
159, 70%, 76%
HSB
159, 35%, 93%
CMYK
35, 0, 13, 7
LAB
88, -32, 6
LCH
88, 32, 169
OKLCH
0.88, 0.09, 170
XYZ
55, 72, 70
LUV
88, -40, 15
HWB
159, 60%, 7%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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