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
79D2AE
RGB
121, 210, 174
HSL
156, 50%, 65%
HSB
156, 42%, 82%
CMYK
42, 0, 17, 18
LAB
78, -34, 9
LCH
78, 35, 165
OKLCH
0.80, 0.10, 166
XYZ
39, 53, 48
LUV
78, -41, 20
HWB
156, 47%, 18%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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