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
80D2AF
RGB
128, 210, 175
HSL
154, 48%, 66%
HSB
154, 39%, 82%
CMYK
39, 0, 17, 18
LAB
78, -32, 9
LCH
78, 33, 164
OKLCH
0.80, 0.10, 165
XYZ
40, 54, 49
LUV
78, -39, 19
HWB
154, 50%, 18%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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