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
9FF9DB
RGB
159, 249, 219
HSL
160, 88%, 80%
HSB
160, 36%, 98%
CMYK
36, 0, 12, 2
LAB
92, -33, 5
LCH
92, 34, 171
OKLCH
0.92, 0.10, 171
XYZ
61, 80, 79
LUV
92, -42, 15
HWB
160, 62%, 2%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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