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
1F4E42
RGB
31, 78, 66
HSL
165, 43%, 21%
HSB
165, 60%, 31%
CMYK
60, 0, 15, 69
LAB
30, -19, 2
LCH
30, 19, 174
OKLCH
0.39, 0.06, 174
XYZ
4, 6, 6
LUV
30, -19, 5
HWB
165, 12%, 69%
Pantone
357 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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