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
A1E2C2
RGB
161, 226, 194
HSL
150, 53%, 76%
HSB
150, 29%, 89%
CMYK
29, 0, 14, 11
LAB
85, -26, 9
LCH
85, 28, 162
OKLCH
0.86, 0.08, 163
XYZ
52, 66, 61
LUV
85, -32, 18
HWB
150, 63%, 11%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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