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
1BB2AC
RGB
27, 178, 172
HSL
178, 74%, 40%
HSB
178, 85%, 70%
CMYK
85, 0, 3, 30
LAB
65, -39, -8
LCH
65, 40, 192
OKLCH
0.69, 0.11, 190
XYZ
24, 35, 45
LUV
65, -50, -6
HWB
178, 11%, 30%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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