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
08A075
RGB
8, 160, 117
HSL
163, 90%, 33%
HSB
163, 95%, 63%
CMYK
95, 0, 27, 37
LAB
58, -45, 12
LCH
58, 46, 165
OKLCH
0.63, 0.13, 166
XYZ
16, 26, 21
LUV
58, -49, 24
HWB
163, 3%, 37%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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