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
536F60
RGB
83, 111, 96
HSL
148, 14%, 38%
HSB
148, 25%, 44%
CMYK
25, 0, 14, 56
LAB
44, -13, 5
LCH
44, 14, 160
OKLCH
0.51, 0.04, 161
XYZ
11, 14, 13
LUV
44, -14, 9
HWB
148, 33%, 56%
Pantone
357 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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