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
BCE2DA
RGB
188, 226, 218
HSL
167, 40%, 81%
HSB
167, 17%, 89%
CMYK
17, 0, 4, 11
LAB
87, -14, 0
LCH
87, 14, 182
OKLCH
0.88, 0.04, 181
XYZ
61, 70, 77
LUV
87, -20, 2
HWB
167, 74%, 11%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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