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
719286
RGB
113, 146, 134
HSL
158, 13%, 51%
HSB
158, 23%, 57%
CMYK
23, 0, 8, 43
LAB
58, -14, 2
LCH
58, 14, 170
OKLCH
0.63, 0.04, 171
XYZ
21, 26, 26
LUV
58, -17, 6
HWB
158, 44%, 43%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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