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
A4EFCF
RGB
164, 239, 207
HSL
154, 70%, 79%
HSB
154, 31%, 94%
CMYK
31, 0, 13, 6
LAB
89, -29, 8
LCH
89, 30, 165
OKLCH
0.89, 0.09, 166
XYZ
57, 74, 70
LUV
89, -36, 17
HWB
154, 64%, 6%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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