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
42BF8A
RGB
66, 191, 138
HSL
155, 49%, 50%
HSB
155, 65%, 75%
CMYK
65, 0, 28, 25
LAB
70, -45, 16
LCH
70, 48, 160
OKLCH
0.72, 0.14, 162
XYZ
25, 40, 30
LUV
70, -51, 31
HWB
155, 26%, 25%
Pantone
364 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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