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
B6DBCE
RGB
182, 219, 206
HSL
159, 34%, 79%
HSB
159, 17%, 86%
CMYK
17, 0, 6, 14
LAB
84, -15, 2
LCH
84, 15, 172
OKLCH
0.86, 0.04, 172
XYZ
56, 65, 68
LUV
84, -19, 6
HWB
159, 71%, 14%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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