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
55C698
RGB
85, 198, 152
HSL
156, 50%, 55%
HSB
156, 57%, 78%
CMYK
57, 0, 23, 22
LAB
73, -42, 13
LCH
73, 44, 163
OKLCH
0.75, 0.12, 164
XYZ
30, 45, 37
LUV
73, -48, 26
HWB
156, 33%, 22%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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