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
38CDCF
RGB
56, 205, 207
HSL
181, 61%, 52%
HSB
181, 73%, 81%
CMYK
73, 1, 0, 19
LAB
75, -39, -13
LCH
75, 41, 198
OKLCH
0.77, 0.12, 196
XYZ
35, 49, 67
LUV
75, -53, -13
HWB
181, 22%, 19%
Pantone
311 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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