Kara Jillian Brown

Kara Jillian Brown is a beauty journalist with over five years of experience specializing in beauty products, cultural intersections, and science-driven reporting. She began her career at Well+Good, progressing from editorial intern to news writer and eventually beauty writer, where she focused on textured hair care, product reviews, and the intersection of beauty with identity and science. She holds a bachelor’s degree in English Rhetoric from Binghamton University and a master’s in Health and Science Journalism from CUNY’s Craig Newmark Graduate School. Currently at InStyle, she leverages her scientific background to analyze ingredients and trends while maintaining a cultural lens. A certified fitness instructor, she teaches barre in Brooklyn, blending wellness expertise with beauty coverage. Her work emphasizes actionable advice, product deep dives, and exploring underrepresented voices in beauty.