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
B8DECB
RGB
184, 222, 203
HSL
150, 37%, 80%
HSB
150, 17%, 87%
CMYK
17, 0, 9, 13
LAB
85, -16, 5
LCH
85, 16, 162
OKLCH
0.87, 0.05, 164
XYZ
57, 67, 66
LUV
85, -19, 11
HWB
150, 72%, 13%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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