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
49B488
RGB
73, 180, 136
HSL
155, 42%, 50%
HSB
155, 59%, 71%
CMYK
59, 0, 24, 29
LAB
66, -40, 13
LCH
66, 42, 162
OKLCH
0.70, 0.12, 163
XYZ
24, 36, 29
LUV
66, -45, 25
HWB
155, 29%, 29%
Pantone
364 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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