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
AAF2D8
RGB
170, 242, 216
HSL
158, 73%, 81%
HSB
158, 30%, 95%
CMYK
30, 0, 11, 5
LAB
90, -27, 5
LCH
90, 28, 169
OKLCH
0.91, 0.08, 170
XYZ
61, 77, 77
LUV
90, -35, 13
HWB
158, 67%, 5%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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