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
6A968E
RGB
106, 150, 142
HSL
169, 17%, 50%
HSB
169, 29%, 59%
CMYK
29, 0, 5, 41
LAB
59, -17, -1
LCH
59, 17, 183
OKLCH
0.64, 0.05, 182
XYZ
22, 27, 30
LUV
59, -22, 2
HWB
169, 42%, 41%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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