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
6E9580
RGB
110, 149, 128
HSL
148, 16%, 51%
HSB
148, 26%, 58%
CMYK
26, 0, 14, 42
LAB
58, -17, 7
LCH
58, 19, 159
OKLCH
0.63, 0.05, 161
XYZ
21, 26, 24
LUV
58, -20, 12
HWB
148, 43%, 42%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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