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
B5DCD4
RGB
181, 220, 212
HSL
168, 36%, 79%
HSB
168, 18%, 86%
CMYK
18, 0, 4, 14
LAB
85, -14, -1
LCH
85, 14, 182
OKLCH
0.86, 0.04, 181
XYZ
57, 66, 72
LUV
85, -20, 2
HWB
168, 71%, 14%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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