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
AFCFBD
RGB
175, 207, 189
HSL
146, 25%, 75%
HSB
146, 15%, 81%
CMYK
15, 0, 9, 19
LAB
80, -14, 5
LCH
80, 15, 159
OKLCH
0.83, 0.04, 161
XYZ
49, 57, 57
LUV
80, -16, 10
HWB
146, 69%, 19%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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