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
D5F8EA
RGB
213, 248, 234
HSL
156, 71%, 90%
HSB
156, 14%, 97%
CMYK
14, 0, 6, 3
LAB
95, -14, 3
LCH
95, 14, 169
OKLCH
0.95, 0.04, 169
XYZ
76, 87, 91
LUV
95, -18, 7
HWB
156, 84%, 3%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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