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
C8F3EE
RGB
200, 243, 238
HSL
173, 64%, 87%
HSB
173, 18%, 95%
CMYK
18, 0, 2, 5
LAB
93, -15, -2
LCH
93, 15, 189
OKLCH
0.93, 0.04, 188
XYZ
71, 83, 93
LUV
93, -22, -1
HWB
173, 78%, 5%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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