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
93B7AA
RGB
147, 183, 170
HSL
158, 20%, 65%
HSB
158, 20%, 72%
CMYK
20, 0, 7, 28
LAB
71, -15, 2
LCH
71, 15, 171
OKLCH
0.75, 0.04, 171
XYZ
36, 43, 44
LUV
71, -18, 6
HWB
158, 58%, 28%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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