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
A8DCCE
RGB
168, 220, 206
HSL
164, 43%, 76%
HSB
164, 24%, 86%
CMYK
24, 0, 6, 14
LAB
84, -20, 1
LCH
84, 20, 177
OKLCH
0.85, 0.06, 177
XYZ
53, 64, 68
LUV
84, -26, 5
HWB
164, 66%, 14%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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