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
288E93
RGB
40, 142, 147
HSL
183, 57%, 37%
HSB
183, 73%, 58%
CMYK
73, 3, 0, 42
LAB
54, -28, -12
LCH
54, 30, 202
OKLCH
0.59, 0.09, 200
XYZ
16, 22, 31
LUV
54, -37, -12
HWB
183, 16%, 42%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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