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
ABE4D5
RGB
171, 228, 213
HSL
164, 51%, 78%
HSB
164, 25%, 89%
CMYK
25, 0, 7, 11
LAB
86, -21, 1
LCH
86, 21, 177
OKLCH
0.88, 0.06, 177
XYZ
57, 69, 73
LUV
86, -28, 6
HWB
164, 67%, 11%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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