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
57AC8D
RGB
87, 172, 141
HSL
158, 34%, 51%
HSB
158, 49%, 67%
CMYK
49, 0, 18, 33
LAB
64, -33, 8
LCH
64, 34, 167
OKLCH
0.68, 0.10, 167
XYZ
23, 33, 30
LUV
64, -38, 17
HWB
158, 34%, 33%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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