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
53AFAF
RGB
83, 175, 175
HSL
180, 37%, 51%
HSB
180, 53%, 69%
CMYK
53, 0, 0, 31
LAB
66, -28, -9
LCH
66, 30, 197
OKLCH
0.70, 0.09, 195
XYZ
27, 36, 46
LUV
66, -39, -8
HWB
180, 33%, 31%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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