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
AED8D4
RGB
174, 216, 212
HSL
174, 35%, 76%
HSB
174, 19%, 85%
CMYK
19, 0, 2, 15
LAB
83, -15, -3
LCH
83, 15, 191
OKLCH
0.85, 0.04, 189
XYZ
54, 63, 72
LUV
83, -22, -1
HWB
174, 68%, 15%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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