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
59AC8D
RGB
89, 172, 141
HSL
158, 33%, 51%
HSB
158, 48%, 67%
CMYK
48, 0, 18, 33
LAB
64, -32, 8
LCH
64, 33, 166
OKLCH
0.68, 0.09, 167
XYZ
24, 34, 30
LUV
64, -37, 17
HWB
158, 35%, 33%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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