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
BDE4DD
RGB
189, 228, 221
HSL
169, 42%, 82%
HSB
169, 17%, 89%
CMYK
17, 0, 3, 11
LAB
88, -14, -1
LCH
88, 14, 184
OKLCH
0.89, 0.04, 183
XYZ
62, 72, 79
LUV
88, -20, 1
HWB
169, 74%, 11%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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