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
5E9178
RGB
94, 145, 120
HSL
151, 21%, 47%
HSB
151, 35%, 57%
CMYK
35, 0, 17, 43
LAB
56, -22, 8
LCH
56, 23, 161
OKLCH
0.61, 0.07, 162
XYZ
18, 24, 21
LUV
56, -25, 14
HWB
151, 37%, 43%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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