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
98BFBC
RGB
152, 191, 188
HSL
175, 23%, 67%
HSB
175, 20%, 75%
CMYK
20, 0, 2, 25
LAB
74, -14, -3
LCH
74, 14, 192
OKLCH
0.78, 0.04, 191
XYZ
41, 48, 55
LUV
74, -20, -2
HWB
175, 60%, 25%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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