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
719682
RGB
113, 150, 130
HSL
148, 15%, 52%
HSB
148, 25%, 59%
CMYK
25, 0, 13, 41
LAB
59, -17, 6
LCH
59, 18, 159
OKLCH
0.64, 0.05, 161
XYZ
22, 27, 25
LUV
59, -19, 12
HWB
148, 44%, 41%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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