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
164840
RGB
22, 72, 64
HSL
170, 53%, 18%
HSB
170, 69%, 28%
CMYK
69, 0, 11, 72
LAB
27, -19, 0
LCH
27, 19, 181
OKLCH
0.37, 0.05, 181
XYZ
4, 5, 6
LUV
27, -18, 2
HWB
170, 9%, 72%
Pantone
357 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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