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
486557
RGB
72, 101, 87
HSL
151, 17%, 34%
HSB
151, 29%, 40%
CMYK
29, 0, 14, 60
LAB
40, -14, 4
LCH
40, 14, 162
OKLCH
0.48, 0.04, 163
XYZ
9, 11, 11
LUV
40, -14, 8
HWB
151, 28%, 60%
Pantone
357 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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