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
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Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Nov. 2025
The hypoallergenic face serum is free from potentially irritating ingredients, such as parabens and synthetic fragrances, too.
—Lauren Taylor, Southern Living, 12 Nov. 2025
This best-selling wedding band with more than 12,700 five-star ratings is made of a premium, hypoallergenic silicone that is far more flexible than metal.
—Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 26 Oct. 2025
The toner has also been tested to be hypoallergenic, too.
—Deanna Pai, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2025
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hypoallergenic
adjective
hy·po·al·ler·gen·ic
-ˌal-ər-ˈjen-ik
: having little likelihood of causing an allergic response
hypoallergenic food
hypoallergenic makeup
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