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
9CFBD1
RGB
156, 251, 209
HSL
153, 92%, 80%
HSB
153, 38%, 98%
CMYK
38, 0, 17, 2
LAB
92, -36, 11
LCH
92, 38, 163
OKLCH
0.92, 0.11, 164
XYZ
60, 81, 73
LUV
92, -45, 23
HWB
153, 61%, 2%
Pantone
365 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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