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
9FF8CB
RGB
159, 248, 203
HSL
150, 86%, 80%
HSB
150, 36%, 97%
CMYK
36, 0, 18, 3
LAB
91, -35, 13
LCH
91, 37, 160
OKLCH
0.91, 0.11, 161
XYZ
59, 79, 69
LUV
91, -42, 26
HWB
150, 62%, 3%
Pantone
365 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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