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
73BB96
RGB
115, 187, 150
HSL
149, 35%, 59%
HSB
149, 39%, 73%
CMYK
39, 0, 20, 27
LAB
70, -30, 11
LCH
70, 32, 159
OKLCH
0.73, 0.09, 161
XYZ
30, 41, 35
LUV
70, -34, 22
HWB
149, 45%, 27%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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