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
0BBDB4
RGB
11, 189, 180
HSL
177, 89%, 39%
HSB
177, 94%, 74%
CMYK
94, 0, 5, 26
LAB
69, -42, -7
LCH
69, 43, 190
OKLCH
0.72, 0.12, 189
XYZ
27, 40, 49
LUV
69, -54, -4
HWB
177, 4%, 26%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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