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
83B39B
RGB
131, 179, 155
HSL
150, 24%, 61%
HSB
150, 27%, 70%
CMYK
27, 0, 13, 30
LAB
69, -20, 7
LCH
69, 22, 161
OKLCH
0.73, 0.06, 163
XYZ
31, 39, 37
LUV
69, -24, 14
HWB
150, 51%, 30%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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