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
3BC2A0
RGB
59, 194, 160
HSL
165, 53%, 50%
HSB
165, 70%, 76%
CMYK
70, 0, 18, 24
LAB
71, -44, 6
LCH
71, 44, 172
OKLCH
0.73, 0.13, 172
XYZ
27, 42, 40
LUV
71, -52, 17
HWB
165, 23%, 24%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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