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
9CEADD
RGB
156, 234, 221
HSL
170, 65%, 76%
HSB
170, 33%, 92%
CMYK
33, 0, 6, 8
LAB
87, -27, -2
LCH
87, 27, 184
OKLCH
0.88, 0.08, 183
XYZ
56, 71, 79
LUV
87, -37, 2
HWB
170, 61%, 8%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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