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
72968F
RGB
114, 150, 143
HSL
168, 15%, 52%
HSB
168, 24%, 59%
CMYK
24, 0, 5, 41
LAB
59, -14, -1
LCH
59, 14, 182
OKLCH
0.64, 0.04, 182
XYZ
23, 27, 30
LUV
59, -18, 2
HWB
168, 45%, 41%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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