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
74CAAB
RGB
116, 202, 171
HSL
158, 45%, 62%
HSB
158, 43%, 79%
CMYK
43, 0, 15, 21
LAB
75, -33, 7
LCH
75, 33, 168
OKLCH
0.78, 0.10, 169
XYZ
36, 49, 46
LUV
75, -40, 16
HWB
158, 45%, 21%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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