On Mon, 17 Jun 2002 11:01:43 -0600, Jana Eagle <[log in to unmask]> wrote: >I have read that sesame oil has a natural SPF though very low, about >5. I use that on my skin and on my daughter's skin when we are out in >the sun. 5 sounds very high. Then there must be a UV chemical in it. I heard about jojoba to "have" (add) a SPF of 0.5 to a sun protection oil. Maybe it should read 0.5 Anyway I use sesame oil for ayurvedic self-massage from time to time in the morning (and lately red palm oil on my face). Amadeus S.