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
BDEEE9
RGB
189, 238, 233
HSL
174, 59%, 84%
HSB
174, 21%, 93%
CMYK
21, 0, 2, 7
LAB
91, -17, -3
LCH
91, 17, 190
OKLCH
0.91, 0.05, 189
XYZ
66, 78, 89
LUV
91, -25, -1
HWB
174, 74%, 7%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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