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
42A67D
RGB
66, 166, 125
HSL
155, 43%, 45%
HSB
155, 60%, 65%
CMYK
60, 0, 25, 35
LAB
61, -38, 12
LCH
61, 40, 162
OKLCH
0.65, 0.11, 163
XYZ
20, 30, 24
LUV
61, -42, 24
HWB
155, 26%, 35%
Pantone
364 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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