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
B2E2DF
RGB
178, 226, 223
HSL
176, 45%, 79%
HSB
176, 21%, 89%
CMYK
21, 0, 1, 11
LAB
86, -17, -4
LCH
86, 17, 193
OKLCH
0.88, 0.05, 192
XYZ
59, 69, 80
LUV
86, -24, -3
HWB
176, 70%, 11%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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