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
96BBB3
RGB
150, 187, 179
HSL
167, 21%, 66%
HSB
167, 20%, 73%
CMYK
20, 0, 4, 27
LAB
73, -14, 0
LCH
73, 14, 181
OKLCH
0.76, 0.04, 181
XYZ
38, 45, 49
LUV
73, -19, 2
HWB
167, 59%, 27%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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