hypoallergenic

adjective

hy·​po·​al·​ler·​gen·​ic ˌhī-pō-ˌa-lər-ˈje-nik 

: having little likelihood of causing an allergic response

hypoallergenic cosmetics

hypoallergenic foods

Examples of hypoallergenic in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Its hypoallergenic formula contains 20% mineral, non-nano zinc oxide, and squalane oil, which is known for hydrating the skin. —Laura Lu, Parents, 19 May 2025

By nature, latex foam is very responsive (for comfort without sinking in), ventilates by not trapping heat, and, to top it off, is entirely hypoallergenic. —Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 15 May 2025

From soft, hypoallergenic onesies, to footed sleepers, hooded towels, beanies, and more. —Karissa Mitchell, Essence, 14 May 2025

Fabrics like cotton, bamboo, nylon, modal, spandex, and Merino wool are naturally hypoallergenic, antibacterial, and odor-reducing—all of which is gentle on your skin and great for vaginal health. —Malia Griggs, Glamour, 15 Apr. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1940, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for hypoallergenic

• epileptogenic
• hallucinogenic
• allergenic
• androgenic
• antigenic
• authigenic
• autogenic
• biogenic
• bronchogenic
• chromogenic
• cryogenic
• echogenic

Medical Definition

hypoallergenic

adjective

hy·​po·​al·​ler·​gen·​ic -ˌal-ər-ˈjen-ik 

: having little likelihood of causing an allergic response

hypoallergenic food

hypoallergenic makeup