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
9FDFCD
RGB
159, 223, 205
HSL
163, 50%, 75%
HSB
163, 29%, 87%
CMYK
29, 0, 8, 13
LAB
84, -24, 2
LCH
84, 24, 175
OKLCH
0.86, 0.07, 175
XYZ
52, 65, 67
LUV
84, -31, 8
HWB
163, 62%, 13%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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