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
5FABAF
RGB
95, 171, 175
HSL
183, 33%, 53%
HSB
183, 46%, 69%
CMYK
46, 2, 0, 31
LAB
65, -24, -10
LCH
65, 26, 202
OKLCH
0.69, 0.08, 200
XYZ
27, 35, 46
LUV
65, -34, -11
HWB
183, 37%, 31%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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