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
AED2C6
RGB
174, 210, 198
HSL
160, 29%, 75%
HSB
160, 17%, 82%
CMYK
17, 0, 6, 18
LAB
81, -14, 2
LCH
81, 14, 173
OKLCH
0.83, 0.04, 173
XYZ
51, 59, 62
LUV
81, -19, 5
HWB
160, 68%, 18%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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