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
65D09D
RGB
101, 208, 157
HSL
151, 53%, 61%
HSB
151, 51%, 82%
CMYK
51, 0, 25, 18
LAB
76, -41, 16
LCH
76, 44, 159
OKLCH
0.78, 0.12, 161
XYZ
34, 50, 40
LUV
76, -48, 30
HWB
151, 40%, 18%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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