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
9EEAD9
RGB
158, 234, 217
HSL
167, 64%, 77%
HSB
167, 32%, 92%
CMYK
32, 0, 7, 8
LAB
87, -27, 0
LCH
87, 27, 179
OKLCH
0.88, 0.08, 179
XYZ
56, 71, 76
LUV
87, -36, 6
HWB
167, 62%, 8%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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