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
7CB09E
RGB
124, 176, 158
HSL
159, 25%, 59%
HSB
159, 30%, 69%
CMYK
30, 0, 10, 31
LAB
68, -21, 3
LCH
68, 21, 171
OKLCH
0.72, 0.06, 171
XYZ
30, 38, 38
LUV
68, -26, 9
HWB
159, 49%, 31%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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