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
87B59D
RGB
135, 181, 157
HSL
149, 24%, 62%
HSB
149, 25%, 71%
CMYK
25, 0, 13, 29
LAB
70, -20, 7
LCH
70, 21, 160
OKLCH
0.73, 0.06, 162
XYZ
33, 41, 38
LUV
70, -23, 14
HWB
149, 53%, 29%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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