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
436E59
RGB
67, 110, 89
HSL
151, 24%, 35%
HSB
151, 39%, 43%
CMYK
39, 0, 19, 57
LAB
43, -20, 7
LCH
43, 21, 161
OKLCH
0.50, 0.06, 162
XYZ
10, 13, 11
LUV
43, -20, 12
HWB
151, 26%, 57%
Pantone
357 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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