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
57AFAE
RGB
87, 175, 174
HSL
179, 35%, 51%
HSB
179, 50%, 69%
CMYK
50, 0, 1, 31
LAB
66, -28, -8
LCH
66, 29, 196
OKLCH
0.70, 0.08, 194
XYZ
27, 36, 46
LUV
66, -38, -7
HWB
179, 34%, 31%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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