Aman’s Seasonal Hair Fall Plan With Traya

Traya Journey at a Glance

• Problem: Seasonal hair fall that gets worse in the rainy season, plus dandruff and a “weak scalp,” with more shedding from the sides.
• Root causes discussed: Dandruff flare-ups (especially in winter) and a nutrition + lifestyle angle from the hair test, along with an admitted digestion issue at times (the digestion and hair fall connection).
• Main products used: Minoxidil serum (twice daily), Scalp Oil mixed with Growth Therapy booster (twice weekly), Anti-dandruff Shampoo (up to 3x/week), plus Hair Vitamin and Hair Ras.
• Timeline shared by coach: First 2 months focused on dandruff and internal support; months 3–4 visible reduction in hair fall and improving follicle health; from month 5, early regrowth (“baby hairs”) may start showing.
• Outcome/shift: Not the end result yet, but a clear turning point - he moved from “How do I even use this kit?” to a doable routine with ongoing support and a follow-up call booked.

It wasn’t one dramatic moment that pushed Aman to seek help. It was the pattern.

Every time the rains came, his hair fall would spike. When winter set in, dandruff would show up again - especially after a bath, when he’d run a comb through slightly damp hair and see flakes come out. “Scalp already weak,” he told the coach, like he’d been carrying that feeling for a while.

And then there was the quiet worry: the sides started thinning, and he’d already uploaded pictures because he needed someone to take it seriously.

When hair fall becomes seasonal… but never really stops

Aman, a working professional from a North Indian city, described his hair fall as something that “generally happens in the rainy season,” but it wasn’t limited to just that. Dust, travel on the bike, and day-to-day exposure seemed to add to it. He wasn’t using a helmet, but the outdoor routine still left his scalp feeling stressed.

He also shared a detail many people hesitate to admit: about 15 years ago, he had used straightening/chemical products on his hair. He didn’t blame just that, but he did connect it to a gradual “weakness” he felt in his hair over time.

He hadn’t seen a doctor for it before. He’d tried basic oils and herbal products, hoping it would be enough. But dandruff kept returning, and the shedding kept coming back in cycles.

What the hair test revealed: dandruff, nutrition, lifestyle

Before the call, the Traya hair coach reviewed Aman’s hair test and then confirmed the missing pieces with questions: his dandruff pattern, his routine, and whether he was on any medications (he wasn’t). The conclusion was simple and realistic - his current hair fall wasn’t from one single trigger.

In his case, Traya flagged nutrition, lifestyle, and dandruff as key contributors. That matters because dandruff doesn’t just “sit” on the scalp. It can bring itching, flaking, and irritation that makes the scalp environment unfriendly for healthy-looking hair. Aman himself linked it directly: “Because of dandruff, my scalp is getting weaker… I need a proper procedure.”

He also mentioned he “sometimes” has digestion issues. While he didn’t go deep into it, the coach acknowledged internal support as part of the plan - because hair health isn’t only what you apply; it’s also what your body can absorb and use.

Q: Can dandruff trigger hair loss?

Yes - when dandruff leads to itching, irritation, and scalp discomfort, it can weaken scalp health and contribute to more breakage and shedding. That’s why Traya’s plan for Aman focused early on controlling dandruff and maintaining a healthier scalp environment.

The questions he actually cared about

Aman’s biggest concern wasn’t fancy science. It was usability.

He asked, in plain words: “How do I properly use this daily? I got a kit - how do I use it?”

Then came a very real lifestyle question: he likes to do mundan/clean shave. Could he continue the same treatment then?

The coach clarified something important: minoxidil serum shouldn’t be used on a clean-shaven scalp. He could trim, but not do a complete shave. The serum becomes usable again once there’s about half an inch to an inch of hair.

That one answer alone made the plan feel personalized - not generic.

The turning point: a routine that finally felt manageable

What changed the tone of the call was how the coach broke the next five months down into something Aman could visualize.

She set expectations clearly: based on his condition, Traya typically expects hair fall reduction and regrowth visibility from the fifth month onward. Then she made it more practical: the first two months would focus on dandruff and internal reasons; months three to four would show a visible reduction in hair fall and improving follicular health; and from month five, “baby hairs” may start appearing.

Just as importantly, she addressed a fear many people carry silently: what if minoxidil increases shedding?

She explained that initial shedding can happen when starting minoxidil, and it’s usually the weaker strands shedding first - like old leaves falling to make space for new ones. For Aman, it wasn’t just reassurance; it was a heads-up that made the journey feel less scary.

What Aman’s personalized hair treatment plan looked like

Aman’s kit included a mix of topical and internal products, and the coach walked him through it like a checklist he could actually follow.

He was advised to use minoxidil serum twice daily, 1 ml in the morning and 1 ml at night, applied on a dry scalp in areas with visible thinning. No heavy rubbing or massage was needed.

For scalp nourishment, he received Scalp Oil along with a Growth Therapy booster oil shot, which he had to mix fully into the main bottle at once. This oiling routine was to be done twice a week, about 30 minutes before washing.

For dandruff control, the coach told him to wash using the Anti-dandruff Shampoo (ketoconazole 2%) after oiling, and to use it up to three times a week if needed. If he wanted to wash more frequently, he could use a sulphate-free, paraben-free shampoo; the coach also mentioned Traya’s Defence Shampoo as an everyday-safe option.

To support nutrition, he was asked to take Hair Vitamin once daily after breakfast, and Hair Ras twice after breakfast and twice after dinner. Hair Ras is positioned as daily natural hair nourishment - focused on balancing pitta dosha, improving blood circulation to hair follicles, and supporting overall hair quality.

Aman’s situation wasn’t about hair fall due to anemia, but his plan did include nutrition support because his hair test highlighted nutrition and lifestyle as contributing factors.

Making it stick: support beyond products

Near the end of the call, the coach acknowledged the honest challenge: the routine can feel tough in the beginning. So she offered tiny habit hacks - apply serum right after a bath, take supplements after breakfast, keep products somewhere visible like a bedside table, and if travel disrupts routine, at least carry the supplements.

She also booked a follow-up call in 15 days, at a time Aman chose (between 3 and 4 pm). That detail matters - because consistency is easier when someone’s tracking progress with you.

Resolution: from “confused” to committed

Aman didn’t end the call with a miracle. He ended it with clarity.

He repeated the routine back to confirm: 1 ml in the day, 1 ml at night, apply after the scalp dries post-bath. He asked about swapping in a sulphate-free shampoo when needed. And he sounded ready to start.

For someone who’d been dealing with dandruff and dry scalp hair loss season after season, that shift - from guessing to following a structured plan - was the first real win.

Key Questions Answered in This Blog

• Does dandruff cause hair fall or just itching and flakes?
• Is it normal for hair fall to increase initially when starting minoxidil?
• How long does a Traya routine take to show visible reduction and regrowth?
• Can I use anti-dandruff shampoo more than twice a week, and what if I need to wash more often?