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
C9ECDC
RGB
201, 236, 220
HSL
153, 48%, 86%
HSB
153, 15%, 93%
CMYK
15, 0, 7, 7
LAB
91, -14, 4
LCH
91, 15, 165
OKLCH
0.91, 0.04, 166
XYZ
67, 78, 79
LUV
91, -18, 9
HWB
153, 79%, 7%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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