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
5FCBAA
RGB
95, 203, 170
HSL
162, 51%, 58%
HSB
162, 53%, 80%
CMYK
53, 0, 16, 20
LAB
75, -39, 7
LCH
75, 39, 170
OKLCH
0.77, 0.11, 171
XYZ
33, 48, 46
LUV
75, -47, 17
HWB
162, 37%, 20%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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