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
ACDDC9
RGB
172, 221, 201
HSL
156, 42%, 77%
HSB
156, 22%, 87%
CMYK
22, 0, 9, 13
LAB
84, -20, 4
LCH
84, 20, 167
OKLCH
0.86, 0.06, 168
XYZ
53, 65, 65
LUV
84, -25, 10
HWB
156, 67%, 13%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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