(201) 509-9986
Strazza Beauty LLC
Est. 2019
Our Story
Rebel is a premier luxury hair salon in NJ, known for exceptional hair care and eco-friendly practices using responsibly sourced products. Founded by Marisa Strazza-Critelli , who brings 20+ years of industry expertise. Rebel offers a New York-standard experience brought to you right here in Nutley NJ. Our team of highly trained professionals excels in both technical skill and creating a welcoming salon environment. With a proven track record of resilience and adaptability, Rebel is poised for continued growth and success with the right team in place.
What makes Rebel a safe space?
Rebel has always been a safe space for all humans to enter no matter your gender, orientation, ethnicity, or religion.
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We welcome all gender identities. We believe hair has no gender, therefore all of our services are based off of hair length, timing, and technique.
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We make a note of preferred pronouns so all of our Rebels can respect your identity.
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We believe that hair is hair regardless of texture, therefore we continuously educate our Rebels on all hair types and educate you on how to care for yours.
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We created a "special accommodations" menu for folks who wear a hijab so we can book our salon accordingly to your needs.
Press
Don't just take our word for it, get to see what others are saying about Rebel!
Canvas Rebel Magazine Article
2026
We recently connected with Marisa Strazza-Critelli and have shared our conversation below.
Marisa, appreciate you joining us today. Owning a business isn’t always glamorous and so most business owners we’ve connected with have shared that on tough days they sometimes wonder what it would have been like to have just had a regular job instead of all the responsibility of running a business. Have you ever felt that way?...​
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Best hair salon in the north east.
New Jersey Voyager Magazine Article
2026
Marisa founded Rebel Hair Studio with a clear idea of what the “perfect salon” could be and the drive to actually build it. While balancing a demanding city job and a nonstop commute, she turned a vision into a space rooted in creativity, integrity, and intention.
Her feature in New Jersey Voyager shares the real story behind Rebel, from the obstacles to the evolution, and what it takes to create something that truly reflects who you are.
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The Counter, The Bitch, and The Wardrobe Podcast
2025
Lana sits down with Marisa Strazza, owner of Rebel Hair Studio in Nutley, NJ, to explore the deep connection between hair and personal identity. From the trust built in the salon chair to the transformative impact hairstylists have on confidence, culture, and self-expression, this episode celebrates why hair is never just hair.
Listen to Podcast HERE
Volume Up the Tease Podcast
2024
Marisa Strazza shares her journey from sweeping floors to founding Rebel Hair Studio, a luxury, eco-conscious salon bringing New York–level craft and care to New Jersey. In this interview, she discusses mastery, mentorship, and how thoughtful hair work can elevate confidence and client experience.
Listen to Podcast HERE
Best of NJ
2022
See why Rebel was chosen for Best Of New Jersey - "Marisa sets higher standards for Rebel Hair Studio than the average salon. 'The attention to detail we provide is really special due to our high focus in education,' she explains. 'It keeps our stylists curious and super current.' "
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Tap into Nutley
2021
NUTLEY, NJ — On the corner of Harrison St. and Bloomfield Ave., Nutley is bursting with PRIDE. Rebel Hair Studio joined the celebration of LGBTQ+ Pride Month with a colorful window design. The Township of Nutley Board of Commissioners formally proclaimed June 2021 LGBTQ+ Pride Month at the June 1 meeting.
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Rebel Hair Studio is proud to be a
Certified Green Circle Salon
Did you ever wonder what happened to all of the foils in your hair? We recognized the beauty industry's waste problem and chose to do better. Green Circle Salons offers North America's only sustainable solution to recover and repurpose beauty waste, helping to keep both people and the planet beautiful.
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We're proud to be Rebels, as the first Green Circle Salon in Essex County, New Jersey! We are pleased to see other salons following in our footsteps to help minimize our industries footprint.