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
79A8A3
RGB
121, 168, 163
HSL
174, 21%, 57%
HSB
174, 28%, 66%
CMYK
28, 0, 3, 34
LAB
65, -17, -3
LCH
65, 17, 189
OKLCH
0.70, 0.05, 188
XYZ
28, 35, 40
LUV
65, -23, -1
HWB
174, 47%, 34%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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#3EB489
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#9CAF88
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#B0E0E6
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#008080
Spanish Gray
#989898
Sky Blue
#87CEEB
Light Blue
#ADD8E6
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