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
8CF2C3
RGB
140, 242, 195
HSL
152, 80%, 75%
HSB
152, 42%, 95%
CMYK
42, 0, 19, 5
LAB
88, -39, 13
LCH
88, 41, 162
OKLCH
0.89, 0.12, 163
XYZ
52, 73, 63
LUV
88, -47, 27
HWB
152, 55%, 5%
Pantone
365 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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