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
71BCA9
RGB
113, 188, 169
HSL
165, 36%, 59%
HSB
165, 40%, 74%
CMYK
40, 0, 10, 26
LAB
71, -28, 2
LCH
71, 28, 176
OKLCH
0.74, 0.08, 176
XYZ
32, 42, 44
LUV
71, -35, 8
HWB
165, 44%, 26%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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