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
BDFADD
RGB
189, 250, 221
HSL
151, 86%, 86%
HSB
151, 24%, 98%
CMYK
24, 0, 12, 2
LAB
94, -24, 7
LCH
94, 25, 163
OKLCH
0.94, 0.07, 164
XYZ
68, 84, 81
LUV
94, -30, 16
HWB
151, 74%, 2%
Pantone
365 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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