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
B4EFED
RGB
180, 239, 237
HSL
178, 65%, 82%
HSB
178, 25%, 94%
CMYK
25, 0, 1, 6
LAB
90, -20, -5
LCH
90, 20, 195
OKLCH
0.91, 0.06, 194
XYZ
65, 78, 92
LUV
90, -29, -5
HWB
178, 71%, 6%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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