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
2B5644
RGB
43, 86, 68
HSL
155, 33%, 25%
HSB
155, 50%, 34%
CMYK
50, 0, 21, 66
LAB
33, -19, 6
LCH
33, 20, 164
OKLCH
0.42, 0.06, 165
XYZ
5, 8, 7
LUV
33, -19, 10
HWB
155, 17%, 66%
Pantone
357 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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