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
91BCBA
RGB
145, 188, 186
HSL
177, 24%, 65%
HSB
177, 23%, 74%
CMYK
23, 0, 1, 26
LAB
73, -15, -4
LCH
73, 16, 195
OKLCH
0.76, 0.05, 193
XYZ
39, 46, 53
LUV
73, -22, -3
HWB
177, 57%, 26%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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