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
306155
RGB
48, 97, 85
HSL
165, 34%, 28%
HSB
165, 51%, 38%
CMYK
51, 0, 12, 62
LAB
37, -20, 1
LCH
37, 20, 176
OKLCH
0.45, 0.06, 176
XYZ
7, 10, 10
LUV
37, -21, 5
HWB
165, 19%, 62%
Pantone
357 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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