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
42E2A6
RGB
66, 226, 166
HSL
158, 73%, 57%
HSB
158, 71%, 89%
CMYK
71, 0, 27, 11
LAB
81, -53, 17
LCH
81, 56, 162
OKLCH
0.82, 0.16, 163
XYZ
36, 58, 45
LUV
81, -62, 34
HWB
158, 26%, 11%
Pantone
365 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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