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
C3EFE1
RGB
195, 239, 225
HSL
161, 58%, 85%
HSB
161, 18%, 94%
CMYK
18, 0, 6, 6
LAB
91, -17, 2
LCH
91, 17, 174
OKLCH
0.92, 0.05, 174
XYZ
67, 79, 83
LUV
91, -22, 6
HWB
161, 76%, 6%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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