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
679985
RGB
103, 153, 133
HSL
156, 20%, 50%
HSB
156, 33%, 60%
CMYK
33, 0, 13, 40
LAB
59, -21, 5
LCH
59, 21, 167
OKLCH
0.64, 0.06, 167
XYZ
21, 27, 26
LUV
59, -24, 11
HWB
156, 40%, 40%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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