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
486C63
RGB
72, 108, 99
HSL
165, 20%, 35%
HSB
165, 33%, 42%
CMYK
33, 0, 8, 58
LAB
43, -15, 1
LCH
43, 15, 177
OKLCH
0.50, 0.04, 177
XYZ
10, 13, 14
LUV
43, -17, 3
HWB
165, 28%, 58%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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