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
C2ECEE
RGB
194, 236, 238
HSL
183, 56%, 85%
HSB
183, 18%, 93%
CMYK
18, 1, 0, 7
LAB
90, -14, -6
LCH
90, 15, 203
OKLCH
0.91, 0.04, 200
XYZ
68, 78, 92
LUV
90, -22, -6
HWB
183, 76%, 7%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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