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
57CC99
RGB
87, 204, 153
HSL
154, 53%, 57%
HSB
154, 57%, 80%
CMYK
57, 0, 25, 20
LAB
74, -44, 15
LCH
74, 46, 161
OKLCH
0.76, 0.13, 162
XYZ
31, 48, 38
LUV
74, -50, 30
HWB
154, 34%, 20%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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