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
02C3A6
RGB
2, 195, 166
HSL
171, 98%, 39%
HSB
171, 99%, 76%
CMYK
99, 0, 15, 24
LAB
70, -48, 2
LCH
70, 48, 177
OKLCH
0.73, 0.14, 177
XYZ
26, 42, 43
LUV
70, -57, 12
HWB
171, 1%, 24%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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