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
1B9080
RGB
27, 144, 128
HSL
172, 68%, 34%
HSB
172, 81%, 56%
CMYK
81, 0, 11, 44
LAB
54, -35, -1
LCH
54, 35, 181
OKLCH
0.59, 0.10, 181
XYZ
14, 22, 24
LUV
54, -41, 5
HWB
172, 11%, 44%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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