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
246751
RGB
36, 103, 81
HSL
160, 48%, 27%
HSB
160, 65%, 40%
CMYK
65, 0, 21, 60
LAB
39, -26, 6
LCH
39, 27, 167
OKLCH
0.46, 0.08, 168
XYZ
7, 11, 9
LUV
39, -27, 12
HWB
160, 14%, 60%
Pantone
357 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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