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
85A696
RGB
133, 166, 150
HSL
151, 16%, 59%
HSB
151, 20%, 65%
CMYK
20, 0, 10, 35
LAB
65, -14, 4
LCH
65, 15, 163
OKLCH
0.70, 0.04, 164
XYZ
29, 34, 34
LUV
65, -17, 9
HWB
151, 52%, 35%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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