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
A2CBC0
RGB
162, 203, 192
HSL
164, 28%, 72%
HSB
164, 20%, 80%
CMYK
20, 0, 5, 20
LAB
78, -16, 1
LCH
78, 16, 177
OKLCH
0.81, 0.05, 177
XYZ
46, 54, 58
LUV
78, -21, 4
HWB
164, 64%, 20%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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