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
9CEDE6
RGB
156, 237, 230
HSL
175, 69%, 77%
HSB
175, 34%, 93%
CMYK
34, 0, 3, 7
LAB
88, -27, -5
LCH
88, 27, 190
OKLCH
0.89, 0.08, 189
XYZ
58, 73, 86
LUV
88, -38, -3
HWB
175, 61%, 7%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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