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
A0DCBB
RGB
160, 220, 187
HSL
147, 46%, 75%
HSB
147, 27%, 86%
CMYK
27, 0, 15, 14
LAB
83, -25, 10
LCH
83, 27, 159
OKLCH
0.84, 0.08, 160
XYZ
49, 62, 56
LUV
83, -30, 19
HWB
147, 63%, 14%
Pantone
365 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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