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
BAECDF
RGB
186, 236, 223
HSL
164, 57%, 83%
HSB
164, 21%, 93%
CMYK
21, 0, 6, 7
LAB
90, -19, 1
LCH
90, 19, 178
OKLCH
0.90, 0.05, 177
XYZ
64, 76, 81
LUV
90, -25, 5
HWB
164, 73%, 7%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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