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

The fill is a supportive memory foam that molds to your head and neck, and the cover is hypoallergenic and machine washable. —Shea Simmons, PEOPLE, 11 Sep. 2025

Some awards allow backers to select hypoallergenic stainless steel, while others offer sterling silver. —Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 10 Sep. 2025

Next, tweens can pick a lightweight, hypoallergenic moisturizer with a texture that appeals to them. —Khanh T.l. Tran, USA Today, 29 Aug. 2025

Bamboo sheets are also known for their moisture-wicking properties, hypoallergenic nature, and eco-friendly origins. —Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 27 Aug. 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