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
C4FFED
RGB
196, 255, 237
HSL
162, 100%, 88%
HSB
162, 23%, 100%
CMYK
23, 0, 7, 0
LAB
96, -22, 2
LCH
96, 22, 174
OKLCH
0.96, 0.06, 174
XYZ
74, 89, 93
LUV
96, -29, 8
HWB
162, 77%, 0%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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