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
1D423E
RGB
29, 66, 62
HSL
174, 39%, 19%
HSB
174, 56%, 26%
CMYK
56, 0, 6, 74
LAB
25, -15, -2
LCH
25, 15, 187
OKLCH
0.35, 0.04, 186
XYZ
3, 5, 5
LUV
25, -15, 0
HWB
174, 11%, 74%
Pantone
5467 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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