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
17513F
RGB
23, 81, 63
HSL
161, 56%, 20%
HSB
161, 72%, 32%
CMYK
72, 0, 22, 68
LAB
30, -23, 5
LCH
30, 24, 168
OKLCH
0.39, 0.07, 169
XYZ
4, 6, 6
LUV
30, -22, 9
HWB
161, 9%, 68%
Pantone
357 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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