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
438A79
RGB
67, 138, 121
HSL
166, 35%, 40%
HSB
166, 51%, 54%
CMYK
51, 0, 12, 46
LAB
53, -27, 2
LCH
53, 27, 176
OKLCH
0.58, 0.08, 176
XYZ
15, 21, 21
LUV
53, -31, 7
HWB
166, 26%, 46%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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