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
3C8A65
RGB
60, 138, 101
HSL
152, 39%, 39%
HSB
152, 57%, 54%
CMYK
57, 0, 27, 46
LAB
52, -32, 12
LCH
52, 34, 159
OKLCH
0.57, 0.10, 160
XYZ
13, 20, 15
LUV
52, -34, 22
HWB
152, 24%, 46%
Pantone
356 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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