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
59C19E
RGB
89, 193, 158
HSL
160, 46%, 55%
HSB
160, 54%, 76%
CMYK
54, 0, 18, 24
LAB
71, -38, 8
LCH
71, 39, 168
OKLCH
0.74, 0.11, 169
XYZ
29, 43, 39
LUV
71, -45, 19
HWB
160, 35%, 24%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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