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
A6CBBF
RGB
166, 203, 191
HSL
161, 26%, 72%
HSB
161, 18%, 80%
CMYK
18, 0, 6, 20
LAB
79, -15, 2
LCH
79, 15, 173
OKLCH
0.81, 0.04, 174
XYZ
46, 55, 57
LUV
79, -19, 5
HWB
161, 65%, 20%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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