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
08C8B6
RGB
8, 200, 182
HSL
174, 92%, 41%
HSB
174, 96%, 78%
CMYK
96, 0, 9, 22
LAB
72, -46, -3
LCH
72, 46, 184
OKLCH
0.75, 0.13, 183
XYZ
29, 45, 51
LUV
72, -58, 3
HWB
174, 3%, 22%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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