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
A6FFDD
RGB
166, 255, 221
HSL
157, 100%, 83%
HSB
157, 35%, 100%
CMYK
35, 0, 13, 0
LAB
94, -33, 7
LCH
94, 34, 167
OKLCH
0.93, 0.10, 168
XYZ
65, 85, 81
LUV
94, -42, 18
HWB
157, 65%, 0%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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