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
93BEBC
RGB
147, 190, 188
HSL
177, 25%, 66%
HSB
177, 23%, 75%
CMYK
23, 0, 1, 25
LAB
74, -15, -4
LCH
74, 16, 195
OKLCH
0.77, 0.05, 193
XYZ
40, 47, 54
LUV
74, -22, -3
HWB
177, 58%, 25%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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