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
289B71
RGB
40, 155, 113
HSL
158, 59%, 38%
HSB
158, 74%, 61%
CMYK
74, 0, 27, 39
LAB
57, -41, 13
LCH
57, 43, 163
OKLCH
0.62, 0.12, 164
XYZ
16, 25, 20
LUV
57, -44, 24
HWB
158, 16%, 39%
Pantone
364 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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