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
A4FACD
RGB
164, 250, 205
HSL
149, 90%, 81%
HSB
149, 34%, 98%
CMYK
34, 0, 18, 2
LAB
92, -34, 13
LCH
92, 37, 159
OKLCH
0.92, 0.10, 161
XYZ
61, 81, 70
LUV
92, -41, 26
HWB
149, 64%, 2%
Pantone
365 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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