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
ACE2D8
RGB
172, 226, 216
HSL
169, 48%, 78%
HSB
169, 24%, 89%
CMYK
24, 0, 4, 11
LAB
86, -20, -1
LCH
86, 20, 183
OKLCH
0.87, 0.06, 182
XYZ
57, 68, 75
LUV
86, -27, 2
HWB
169, 67%, 11%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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