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
38C99E
RGB
56, 201, 158
HSL
162, 57%, 50%
HSB
162, 72%, 79%
CMYK
72, 0, 21, 21
LAB
73, -47, 10
LCH
73, 48, 168
OKLCH
0.75, 0.14, 168
XYZ
29, 45, 40
LUV
73, -55, 23
HWB
162, 22%, 21%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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