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
42695E
RGB
66, 105, 94
HSL
163, 23%, 34%
HSB
163, 37%, 41%
CMYK
37, 0, 10, 59
LAB
41, -16, 2
LCH
41, 17, 174
OKLCH
0.49, 0.05, 175
XYZ
9, 12, 12
LUV
41, -18, 5
HWB
163, 26%, 59%
Pantone
357 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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