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
28C695
RGB
40, 198, 149
HSL
161, 66%, 47%
HSB
161, 80%, 78%
CMYK
80, 0, 25, 22
LAB
71, -50, 13
LCH
71, 51, 165
OKLCH
0.74, 0.14, 166
XYZ
26, 43, 35
LUV
71, -57, 27
HWB
161, 16%, 22%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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