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
749384
RGB
116, 147, 132
HSL
151, 13%, 52%
HSB
151, 21%, 58%
CMYK
21, 0, 10, 42
LAB
58, -14, 4
LCH
58, 14, 163
OKLCH
0.64, 0.04, 164
XYZ
22, 26, 26
LUV
58, -16, 8
HWB
151, 45%, 42%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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