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
8DB8A5
RGB
141, 184, 165
HSL
153, 23%, 64%
HSB
153, 23%, 72%
CMYK
23, 0, 10, 28
LAB
71, -18, 5
LCH
71, 19, 165
OKLCH
0.75, 0.05, 166
XYZ
35, 43, 42
LUV
71, -22, 10
HWB
153, 55%, 28%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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