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
98CDBA
RGB
152, 205, 186
HSL
158, 35%, 70%
HSB
158, 26%, 80%
CMYK
26, 0, 9, 20
LAB
78, -21, 4
LCH
78, 21, 170
OKLCH
0.81, 0.06, 171
XYZ
44, 54, 55
LUV
78, -26, 9
HWB
158, 60%, 20%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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