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
9DBEAD
RGB
157, 190, 173
HSL
149, 20%, 68%
HSB
149, 17%, 75%
CMYK
17, 0, 9, 25
LAB
74, -14, 5
LCH
74, 15, 161
OKLCH
0.77, 0.04, 163
XYZ
40, 47, 47
LUV
74, -17, 10
HWB
149, 62%, 25%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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