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
69B39B
RGB
105, 179, 155
HSL
161, 33%, 56%
HSB
161, 41%, 70%
CMYK
41, 0, 13, 30
LAB
68, -28, 5
LCH
68, 29, 171
OKLCH
0.71, 0.08, 171
XYZ
28, 38, 37
LUV
68, -34, 12
HWB
161, 41%, 30%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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