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
496759
RGB
73, 103, 89
HSL
152, 17%, 35%
HSB
152, 29%, 40%
CMYK
29, 0, 14, 60
LAB
41, -14, 4
LCH
41, 15, 163
OKLCH
0.49, 0.04, 164
XYZ
9, 12, 11
LUV
41, -15, 8
HWB
152, 29%, 60%
Pantone
357 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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