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
72DDAC
RGB
114, 221, 172
HSL
153, 61%, 66%
HSB
153, 48%, 87%
CMYK
48, 0, 22, 13
LAB
81, -41, 14
LCH
81, 43, 161
OKLCH
0.82, 0.12, 162
XYZ
40, 58, 48
LUV
81, -48, 28
HWB
153, 45%, 13%
Pantone
365 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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