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
B1E2DC
RGB
177, 226, 220
HSL
173, 46%, 79%
HSB
173, 22%, 89%
CMYK
22, 0, 3, 11
LAB
86, -17, -3
LCH
86, 17, 188
OKLCH
0.88, 0.05, 187
XYZ
58, 69, 78
LUV
86, -25, -1
HWB
173, 69%, 11%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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