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
83AB99
RGB
131, 171, 153
HSL
153, 19%, 59%
HSB
153, 23%, 67%
CMYK
23, 0, 11, 33
LAB
67, -17, 5
LCH
67, 18, 165
OKLCH
0.71, 0.05, 166
XYZ
30, 36, 36
LUV
67, -20, 10
HWB
153, 51%, 33%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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