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
2A5649
RGB
42, 86, 73
HSL
162, 34%, 25%
HSB
162, 51%, 34%
CMYK
51, 0, 15, 66
LAB
33, -19, 3
LCH
33, 19, 172
OKLCH
0.42, 0.05, 172
XYZ
5, 8, 7
LUV
33, -19, 6
HWB
162, 16%, 66%
Pantone
357 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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