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
BCFBD9
RGB
188, 251, 217
HSL
148, 89%, 86%
HSB
148, 25%, 98%
CMYK
25, 0, 14, 2
LAB
94, -26, 10
LCH
94, 27, 159
OKLCH
0.94, 0.08, 161
XYZ
68, 85, 78
LUV
94, -31, 20
HWB
148, 74%, 2%
Pantone
365 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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