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
AED9CE
RGB
174, 217, 206
HSL
165, 36%, 77%
HSB
165, 20%, 85%
CMYK
20, 0, 5, 15
LAB
83, -16, 1
LCH
83, 16, 178
OKLCH
0.85, 0.05, 178
XYZ
53, 63, 68
LUV
83, -22, 4
HWB
165, 68%, 15%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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