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
83B4A1
RGB
131, 180, 161
HSL
157, 25%, 61%
HSB
157, 27%, 71%
CMYK
27, 0, 11, 29
LAB
69, -20, 4
LCH
69, 20, 168
OKLCH
0.73, 0.06, 169
XYZ
32, 40, 40
LUV
69, -24, 10
HWB
157, 51%, 29%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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