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
9BBEAC
RGB
155, 190, 172
HSL
149, 21%, 68%
HSB
149, 18%, 75%
CMYK
18, 0, 9, 25
LAB
74, -15, 5
LCH
74, 16, 161
OKLCH
0.77, 0.05, 163
XYZ
39, 47, 46
LUV
74, -18, 10
HWB
149, 61%, 25%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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