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
8FBBB3
RGB
143, 187, 179
HSL
169, 24%, 65%
HSB
169, 24%, 73%
CMYK
24, 0, 4, 27
LAB
73, -16, -1
LCH
73, 16, 183
OKLCH
0.76, 0.05, 183
XYZ
37, 45, 49
LUV
73, -22, 2
HWB
169, 56%, 27%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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