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
1BC3A8
RGB
27, 195, 168
HSL
170, 76%, 44%
HSB
170, 86%, 76%
CMYK
86, 0, 14, 24
LAB
71, -46, 2
LCH
71, 46, 178
OKLCH
0.73, 0.13, 178
XYZ
27, 42, 44
LUV
71, -56, 10
HWB
170, 11%, 24%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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