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
9BBDAB
RGB
155, 189, 171
HSL
148, 20%, 67%
HSB
148, 18%, 74%
CMYK
18, 0, 10, 26
LAB
74, -15, 5
LCH
74, 16, 161
OKLCH
0.77, 0.04, 162
XYZ
39, 46, 45
LUV
74, -17, 10
HWB
148, 61%, 26%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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