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
08BAB5
RGB
8, 186, 181
HSL
178, 92%, 38%
HSB
178, 96%, 73%
CMYK
96, 0, 3, 27
LAB
68, -41, -9
LCH
68, 42, 193
OKLCH
0.71, 0.12, 191
XYZ
26, 39, 50
LUV
68, -53, -7
HWB
178, 3%, 27%
Pantone
311 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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