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
C4E7D7
RGB
196, 231, 215
HSL
153, 42%, 84%
HSB
153, 15%, 91%
CMYK
15, 0, 7, 9
LAB
89, -14, 4
LCH
89, 15, 165
OKLCH
0.90, 0.04, 166
XYZ
64, 74, 75
LUV
89, -18, 9
HWB
153, 77%, 9%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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