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
708F7F
RGB
112, 143, 127
HSL
149, 12%, 50%
HSB
149, 22%, 56%
CMYK
22, 0, 11, 44
LAB
57, -14, 5
LCH
57, 15, 161
OKLCH
0.62, 0.04, 162
XYZ
20, 25, 24
LUV
57, -16, 9
HWB
149, 44%, 44%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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