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
B0DBCB
RGB
176, 219, 203
HSL
158, 37%, 77%
HSB
158, 20%, 86%
CMYK
20, 0, 7, 14
LAB
84, -17, 3
LCH
84, 17, 170
OKLCH
0.86, 0.05, 170
XYZ
54, 64, 66
LUV
84, -22, 8
HWB
158, 69%, 14%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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