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
74BCB3
RGB
116, 188, 179
HSL
172, 35%, 60%
HSB
172, 38%, 74%
CMYK
38, 0, 5, 26
LAB
71, -25, -3
LCH
71, 25, 187
OKLCH
0.75, 0.07, 186
XYZ
33, 43, 49
LUV
71, -34, 0
HWB
172, 45%, 26%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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