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
86B59F
RGB
134, 181, 159
HSL
152, 24%, 62%
HSB
152, 26%, 71%
CMYK
26, 0, 12, 29
LAB
70, -20, 6
LCH
70, 21, 163
OKLCH
0.73, 0.06, 164
XYZ
33, 41, 39
LUV
70, -24, 12
HWB
152, 53%, 29%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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