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
AED2C5
RGB
174, 210, 197
HSL
158, 29%, 75%
HSB
158, 17%, 82%
CMYK
17, 0, 6, 18
LAB
81, -14, 2
LCH
81, 14, 171
OKLCH
0.83, 0.04, 171
XYZ
51, 59, 62
LUV
81, -19, 6
HWB
158, 68%, 18%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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