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
BCEAEA
RGB
188, 234, 234
HSL
180, 52%, 83%
HSB
180, 20%, 92%
CMYK
20, 0, 0, 8
LAB
89, -15, -5
LCH
89, 16, 199
OKLCH
0.90, 0.05, 196
XYZ
65, 75, 89
LUV
89, -24, -5
HWB
180, 74%, 8%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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