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
9ECCCA
RGB
158, 204, 202
HSL
177, 31%, 71%
HSB
177, 23%, 80%
CMYK
23, 0, 1, 20
LAB
79, -16, -4
LCH
79, 16, 195
OKLCH
0.81, 0.05, 193
XYZ
46, 55, 64
LUV
79, -23, -3
HWB
177, 62%, 20%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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