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
AAD3BC
RGB
170, 211, 188
HSL
146, 32%, 75%
HSB
146, 19%, 83%
CMYK
19, 0, 11, 17
LAB
81, -17, 7
LCH
81, 19, 159
OKLCH
0.83, 0.05, 160
XYZ
49, 59, 56
LUV
81, -21, 13
HWB
146, 67%, 17%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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