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
42D69A
RGB
66, 214, 154
HSL
156, 64%, 55%
HSB
156, 69%, 84%
CMYK
69, 0, 28, 16
LAB
77, -51, 18
LCH
77, 54, 161
OKLCH
0.78, 0.15, 162
XYZ
32, 52, 39
LUV
77, -59, 35
HWB
156, 26%, 16%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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