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
B5EBDA
RGB
181, 235, 218
HSL
161, 57%, 82%
HSB
161, 23%, 92%
CMYK
23, 0, 7, 8
LAB
89, -20, 2
LCH
89, 21, 173
OKLCH
0.90, 0.06, 174
XYZ
61, 74, 77
LUV
89, -27, 8
HWB
161, 71%, 8%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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