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
BDFEEE
RGB
189, 254, 238
HSL
165, 97%, 87%
HSB
165, 26%, 100%
CMYK
26, 0, 6, 0
LAB
95, -23, 1
LCH
95, 23, 178
OKLCH
0.95, 0.07, 178
XYZ
72, 88, 94
LUV
95, -32, 6
HWB
165, 74%, 0%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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