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
419F89
RGB
65, 159, 137
HSL
166, 42%, 44%
HSB
166, 59%, 62%
CMYK
59, 0, 14, 38
LAB
59, -33, 3
LCH
59, 33, 175
OKLCH
0.64, 0.10, 175
XYZ
19, 28, 28
LUV
59, -39, 10
HWB
166, 25%, 38%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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