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
C6FEFA
RGB
198, 254, 250
HSL
176, 97%, 89%
HSB
176, 22%, 100%
CMYK
22, 0, 2, 0
LAB
96, -19, -4
LCH
96, 19, 192
OKLCH
0.96, 0.06, 191
XYZ
76, 90, 104
LUV
96, -28, -3
HWB
176, 78%, 0%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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