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
68AB9E
RGB
104, 171, 158
HSL
168, 29%, 54%
HSB
168, 39%, 67%
CMYK
39, 0, 8, 33
LAB
65, -25, 0
LCH
65, 25, 181
OKLCH
0.69, 0.07, 180
XYZ
26, 35, 38
LUV
65, -31, 4
HWB
168, 41%, 33%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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