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
749281
RGB
116, 146, 129
HSL
146, 12%, 51%
HSB
146, 21%, 57%
CMYK
21, 0, 12, 43
LAB
58, -14, 5
LCH
58, 15, 158
OKLCH
0.63, 0.04, 160
XYZ
21, 26, 25
LUV
58, -15, 10
HWB
146, 45%, 43%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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