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
87BDA1
RGB
135, 189, 161
HSL
149, 29%, 64%
HSB
149, 29%, 74%
CMYK
29, 0, 15, 26
LAB
72, -23, 8
LCH
72, 24, 160
OKLCH
0.75, 0.07, 162
XYZ
35, 44, 40
LUV
72, -27, 16
HWB
149, 53%, 26%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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