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
31C19D
RGB
49, 193, 157
HSL
165, 60%, 47%
HSB
165, 75%, 76%
CMYK
75, 0, 19, 24
LAB
70, -45, 7
LCH
70, 46, 171
OKLCH
0.73, 0.13, 172
XYZ
26, 41, 38
LUV
70, -54, 18
HWB
165, 19%, 24%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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