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
59998C
RGB
89, 153, 140
HSL
168, 26%, 47%
HSB
168, 42%, 60%
CMYK
42, 0, 8, 40
LAB
59, -24, 0
LCH
59, 24, 180
OKLCH
0.64, 0.07, 179
XYZ
20, 27, 29
LUV
59, -30, 4
HWB
168, 35%, 40%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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