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
5E8075
RGB
94, 128, 117
HSL
161, 15%, 44%
HSB
161, 27%, 50%
CMYK
27, 0, 9, 50
LAB
51, -14, 2
LCH
51, 15, 173
OKLCH
0.57, 0.04, 173
XYZ
16, 19, 20
LUV
51, -17, 5
HWB
161, 37%, 50%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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