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
7AA8A8
RGB
122, 168, 168
HSL
180, 21%, 57%
HSB
180, 27%, 66%
CMYK
27, 0, 0, 34
LAB
66, -16, -5
LCH
66, 17, 198
OKLCH
0.70, 0.05, 196
XYZ
29, 35, 42
LUV
66, -23, -5
HWB
180, 48%, 34%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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Teal
#008080
Mint
#3EB489
Sage
#9CAF88
Powder Blue
#B0E0E6
Spanish Gray
#989898
Light Blue
#ADD8E6
Sky Blue
#87CEEB
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