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
16744E
RGB
22, 116, 78
HSL
156, 68%, 27%
HSB
156, 81%, 45%
CMYK
81, 0, 33, 55
LAB
43, -35, 13
LCH
43, 37, 159
OKLCH
0.50, 0.10, 161
XYZ
8, 13, 9
LUV
43, -35, 22
HWB
156, 9%, 55%
Pantone
356 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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