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
B9F6E2
RGB
185, 246, 226
HSL
160, 77%, 85%
HSB
160, 25%, 96%
CMYK
25, 0, 8, 4
LAB
92, -23, 3
LCH
92, 23, 172
OKLCH
0.93, 0.07, 173
XYZ
67, 82, 84
LUV
92, -30, 9
HWB
160, 73%, 4%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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