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
B1D1BF
RGB
177, 209, 191
HSL
146, 26%, 76%
HSB
146, 15%, 82%
CMYK
15, 0, 9, 18
LAB
81, -14, 5
LCH
81, 15, 159
OKLCH
0.83, 0.04, 161
XYZ
50, 59, 58
LUV
81, -16, 10
HWB
146, 69%, 18%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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