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
71B09E
RGB
113, 176, 158
HSL
163, 29%, 57%
HSB
163, 36%, 69%
CMYK
36, 0, 10, 31
LAB
67, -24, 2
LCH
67, 24, 174
OKLCH
0.71, 0.07, 174
XYZ
29, 37, 38
LUV
67, -30, 8
HWB
163, 44%, 31%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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