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
9AE2BE
RGB
154, 226, 190
HSL
150, 55%, 75%
HSB
150, 32%, 89%
CMYK
32, 0, 16, 11
LAB
84, -29, 10
LCH
84, 31, 161
OKLCH
0.86, 0.09, 162
XYZ
50, 65, 59
LUV
84, -35, 21
HWB
150, 60%, 11%
Pantone
365 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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