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
129289
RGB
18, 146, 137
HSL
176, 78%, 32%
HSB
176, 88%, 57%
CMYK
88, 0, 6, 43
LAB
54, -35, -5
LCH
54, 35, 188
OKLCH
0.60, 0.10, 187
XYZ
15, 22, 27
LUV
54, -42, -1
HWB
176, 7%, 43%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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