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
284335
RGB
40, 67, 53
HSL
149, 25%, 21%
HSB
149, 40%, 26%
CMYK
40, 0, 21, 74
LAB
26, -14, 5
LCH
26, 14, 159
OKLCH
0.36, 0.04, 161
XYZ
4, 5, 4
LUV
26, -12, 7
HWB
149, 16%, 74%
Pantone
357 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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