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
ACDDD1
RGB
172, 221, 209
HSL
165, 42%, 77%
HSB
165, 22%, 87%
CMYK
22, 0, 5, 13
LAB
84, -18, 0
LCH
84, 18, 179
OKLCH
0.86, 0.05, 178
XYZ
54, 65, 70
LUV
84, -25, 4
HWB
165, 67%, 13%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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