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
B4E9DD
RGB
180, 233, 221
HSL
166, 55%, 81%
HSB
166, 23%, 91%
CMYK
23, 0, 5, 9
LAB
88, -19, 0
LCH
88, 19, 180
OKLCH
0.89, 0.06, 180
XYZ
61, 73, 79
LUV
88, -27, 4
HWB
166, 71%, 9%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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