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
80AE9E
RGB
128, 174, 158
HSL
159, 22%, 59%
HSB
159, 26%, 68%
CMYK
26, 0, 9, 32
LAB
67, -19, 3
LCH
67, 19, 171
OKLCH
0.71, 0.05, 171
XYZ
30, 37, 38
LUV
67, -23, 8
HWB
159, 50%, 32%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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