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
7EA094
RGB
126, 160, 148
HSL
159, 15%, 56%
HSB
159, 21%, 63%
CMYK
21, 0, 7, 37
LAB
63, -14, 2
LCH
63, 14, 171
OKLCH
0.68, 0.04, 171
XYZ
27, 32, 33
LUV
63, -17, 6
HWB
159, 49%, 37%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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