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
C1EAD3
RGB
193, 234, 211
HSL
146, 49%, 84%
HSB
146, 18%, 92%
CMYK
18, 0, 10, 8
LAB
89, -17, 7
LCH
89, 18, 159
OKLCH
0.90, 0.05, 161
XYZ
63, 75, 73
LUV
89, -21, 13
HWB
146, 76%, 8%
Pantone
365 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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