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
BCE8CF
RGB
188, 232, 207
HSL
146, 49%, 82%
HSB
146, 19%, 91%
CMYK
19, 0, 11, 9
LAB
88, -18, 7
LCH
88, 20, 158
OKLCH
0.89, 0.06, 160
XYZ
61, 73, 70
LUV
88, -22, 15
HWB
146, 74%, 9%
Pantone
365 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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