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
59937E
RGB
89, 147, 126
HSL
158, 25%, 46%
HSB
158, 39%, 58%
CMYK
39, 0, 14, 42
LAB
56, -24, 5
LCH
56, 24, 168
OKLCH
0.62, 0.07, 169
XYZ
18, 24, 23
LUV
56, -27, 11
HWB
158, 35%, 42%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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