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
08CA90
RGB
8, 202, 144
HSL
162, 92%, 41%
HSB
162, 96%, 79%
CMYK
96, 0, 29, 21
LAB
72, -54, 17
LCH
72, 57, 163
OKLCH
0.74, 0.16, 164
XYZ
26, 44, 34
LUV
72, -61, 33
HWB
162, 3%, 21%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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