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
AED0BF
RGB
174, 208, 191
HSL
150, 27%, 75%
HSB
150, 16%, 82%
CMYK
16, 0, 8, 18
LAB
81, -14, 5
LCH
81, 15, 162
OKLCH
0.83, 0.04, 164
XYZ
49, 58, 58
LUV
81, -17, 9
HWB
150, 68%, 18%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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