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
48A579
RGB
72, 165, 121
HSL
152, 39%, 46%
HSB
152, 56%, 65%
CMYK
56, 0, 27, 35
LAB
61, -37, 14
LCH
61, 40, 159
OKLCH
0.65, 0.11, 160
XYZ
20, 30, 23
LUV
61, -41, 26
HWB
152, 28%, 35%
Pantone
364 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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