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
96CBB7
RGB
150, 203, 183
HSL
157, 34%, 69%
HSB
157, 26%, 80%
CMYK
26, 0, 10, 20
LAB
78, -21, 4
LCH
78, 21, 169
OKLCH
0.80, 0.06, 169
XYZ
42, 53, 53
LUV
78, -26, 10
HWB
157, 59%, 20%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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