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
9EE2BF
RGB
158, 226, 191
HSL
149, 54%, 75%
HSB
149, 30%, 89%
CMYK
30, 0, 15, 11
LAB
85, -28, 10
LCH
85, 29, 160
OKLCH
0.86, 0.08, 162
XYZ
51, 65, 59
LUV
85, -33, 20
HWB
149, 62%, 11%
Pantone
365 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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