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
429996
RGB
66, 153, 150
HSL
178, 40%, 43%
HSB
178, 57%, 60%
CMYK
57, 0, 2, 40
LAB
58, -28, -7
LCH
58, 29, 194
OKLCH
0.63, 0.08, 192
XYZ
19, 26, 33
LUV
58, -36, -5
HWB
178, 26%, 40%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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