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
385D58
RGB
56, 93, 88
HSL
172, 25%, 29%
HSB
172, 40%, 36%
CMYK
40, 0, 5, 64
LAB
37, -15, -2
LCH
37, 15, 186
OKLCH
0.45, 0.04, 185
XYZ
7, 9, 11
LUV
37, -17, 0
HWB
172, 22%, 64%
Pantone
316 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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