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
5ECAA5
RGB
94, 202, 165
HSL
159, 50%, 58%
HSB
159, 53%, 79%
CMYK
53, 0, 18, 21
LAB
74, -39, 9
LCH
74, 40, 168
OKLCH
0.77, 0.11, 168
XYZ
33, 47, 43
LUV
74, -47, 20
HWB
159, 37%, 21%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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