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
B3DBCE
RGB
179, 219, 206
HSL
161, 36%, 78%
HSB
161, 18%, 86%
CMYK
18, 0, 6, 14
LAB
84, -16, 2
LCH
84, 16, 173
OKLCH
0.86, 0.05, 173
XYZ
55, 65, 68
LUV
84, -20, 6
HWB
161, 70%, 14%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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