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
06ABA2
RGB
6, 171, 162
HSL
177, 93%, 35%
HSB
177, 96%, 67%
CMYK
96, 0, 5, 33
LAB
63, -39, -6
LCH
63, 40, 189
OKLCH
0.67, 0.12, 188
XYZ
21, 32, 39
LUV
63, -49, -3
HWB
177, 2%, 33%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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