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
BDFCE5
RGB
189, 252, 229
HSL
158, 91%, 86%
HSB
158, 25%, 99%
CMYK
25, 0, 9, 1
LAB
94, -24, 4
LCH
94, 24, 170
OKLCH
0.94, 0.07, 170
XYZ
70, 86, 87
LUV
94, -31, 11
HWB
158, 74%, 1%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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