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
7DABAA
RGB
125, 171, 170
HSL
179, 21%, 58%
HSB
179, 27%, 67%
CMYK
27, 0, 1, 33
LAB
67, -16, -5
LCH
67, 17, 196
OKLCH
0.71, 0.05, 194
XYZ
30, 36, 43
LUV
67, -23, -4
HWB
179, 49%, 33%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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Spanish Gray
#989898
Mint
#3EB489
Sage
#9CAF88
Powder Blue
#B0E0E6
Teal
#008080
Light Blue
#ADD8E6
Sky Blue
#87CEEB
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