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
71D8AA
RGB
113, 216, 170
HSL
153, 57%, 65%
HSB
153, 48%, 85%
CMYK
48, 0, 21, 15
LAB
79, -39, 13
LCH
79, 42, 162
OKLCH
0.81, 0.12, 163
XYZ
39, 56, 47
LUV
79, -46, 26
HWB
153, 44%, 15%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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