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
005F48
RGB
0, 95, 72
HSL
165, 100%, 19%
HSB
165, 100%, 37%
CMYK
100, 0, 24, 63
LAB
35, -30, 6
LCH
35, 31, 169
OKLCH
0.43, 0.09, 169
XYZ
5, 9, 8
LUV
35, -29, 12
HWB
165, 0%, 63%
Pantone
357 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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