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
017758
RGB
1, 119, 88
HSL
164, 98%, 24%
HSB
164, 99%, 47%
CMYK
99, 0, 26, 53
LAB
44, -36, 9
LCH
44, 37, 166
OKLCH
0.51, 0.10, 167
XYZ
8, 14, 11
LUV
44, -37, 17
HWB
164, 0%, 53%
Pantone
356 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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