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
A9EBEC
RGB
169, 235, 236
HSL
181, 64%, 79%
HSB
181, 28%, 93%
CMYK
28, 0, 0, 7
LAB
89, -21, -8
LCH
89, 23, 199
OKLCH
0.90, 0.07, 197
XYZ
61, 74, 90
LUV
89, -32, -8
HWB
181, 66%, 7%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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