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Amit’s 18-Month Hair Fall: Getting the Routine Right

Dr Kalyani Deshmukh

Dr Kalyani Deshmukh
Dr. Kalyani Deshmukh brings 7 years of experience in dermatology, specializing in the diagnosis of complex conditions and performing advanced dermatosurgical procedures. Her areas of expertise include clinical dermatology, trichology, dermatosurgery and aesthetic medicine.

Amit’s 18-Month Hair Fall: Getting the Routine Right

Traya Journey at a Glance

  • Key problem: Ongoing hair fall for around 18 months, along with heavy dandruff and confusion about how to use the kit correctly.
  • Root causes discussed: Dandruff plus internal factors like metabolism and nutrition that can quietly weaken hair from within.
  • Main products used: Anti-dandruff lotion and anti-dandruff shampoo from the kit, along with Traya Scalp Oil (plus Shine Leave-In Serum for post-wash dryness).
  • Timeline set by coach: A 7–8 month journey - first months focused on internal health and dandruff control, later months on hair fall reduction, and visible regrowth/density from month 7 onwards.
  • Outcome in this story: A clear, manageable routine and a personalized hair treatment plan he could actually follow - without guesswork, and with scheduled follow-ups for course correction.

“Maine pattern skip kar diya…”: The moment everything clicked

Amit, a working professional from North India, didn’t call Traya because he wanted another long lecture on hair fall.

He called because his kit had arrived just “paanch-chhah din pehle,” and despite reading everything, he still felt stuck on one simple thing: the order.

At night he was applying the lotion, then in the morning he was using the oil… and then he wondered if he had to shampoo “three ya five minutes ke pehle.”

When coach Nikita confirmed he was mostly right, Amit admitted the real problem out loud: “Oil lagane ke thirty minutes minimum baad shampoo… woh main skip kar diya.”

It’s a small sentence, but it carries a familiar frustration - when you’re trying your best, yet one missed detail can make you feel like the whole routine is confusing.

The hair fall that wouldn’t quit

When Nikita asked how long he had been dealing with hair loss, Amit didn’t hesitate: around 18 months.

That’s long enough for hair fall to stop feeling like a phase and start feeling like a constant background worry. And it wasn’t just shedding. Nikita also flagged something important from his case history: Amit had heavy dandruff, and that was already being addressed inside his kit with an overnight anti-dandruff lotion.

Amit also clarified something that matters in real life: he hadn’t mixed random products alongside Traya. No minoxidil serum, no extra experiments - just a serious attempt to do one plan properly.

Why dandruff, metabolism, and nutrition can gang up on hair

In Amit’s case, the coach explained his root causes as metabolism, nutrition, and dandruff.

Here’s why that combination matters.

Heavy dandruff isn’t only a cosmetic issue. When the scalp is constantly irritated and itchy, people tend to scratch without realizing it. Add flaking and buildup, and the scalp environment stops feeling “calm.” Traya’s anti-dandruff range is built around Ketoconazole 2%, an antifungal ingredient used to reduce dandruff and help control further fungal growth, while also soothing inflammation so the scalp can get back to healthier functioning.

At the same time, internal factors like digestion, metabolism, and nutrient status influence how well hair follicles get what they need. That’s where the digestion and hair fall connection becomes practical: if the body isn’t processing and absorbing nutrients efficiently, hair health often takes a hit quietly, month after month.

Nikita pointed him to internal Ayurvedic support like Health Tatva (for digestion and absorption support, energy, and metabolism) and Hair Ras (for daily natural hair nourishment, pitta balance, and internal nourishment). Hair Ras is positioned as “Chavanprash for the hair,” with herbs like Amalaki, Bhringraj, Shatavari, and Ashwagandha to support scalp and hair health from within.

Q: Can dandruff cause hair fall?

Yes - dandruff can contribute to hair fall when it leads to itching, inflammation, and scalp buildup. Traya’s anti-dandruff products use Ketoconazole 2% to reduce dandruff and help create a healthier scalp environment for hair to grow.

The doubts that sound small, but feel big before office

Amit’s next question wasn’t about hair fall percentages. It was about mornings.

He told Nikita that after washing his hair, he had to leave for office, but his hair felt too dry - “main sukha… nahi ja sakta.” He wanted to know what he could apply.

Nikita gave him boundaries first: avoid outside oils and products for now. Then she offered a realistic workaround.

If he needed something after washing, he could use just one or two drops of Traya Scalp Oil on the hair length. The Scalp Oil is meant to support scalp health and stimulate follicles through regular oil massage, helping improve circulation and nourishment at the roots. It’s an Ayurvedic herbal oil made using a sneh pak process with herbs like Amla, Bhringraj, Brahmi, and a coconut oil base.

But Amit had a real-world problem: “Usmein smell aati hai.”

So Nikita suggested an alternative designed for hair texture and manageability: Traya’s Shine Leave-In Serum. She explained how to apply it after hair wash when hair is still slightly damp, and she clarified something Amit was worried about: you don’t wash the serum off.

This was the emotional turning point in the call - Amit wasn’t being judged for struggling with the routine. He was being coached through it, step by step.

When a supplement doesn’t suit you, the plan adapts

Another important piece surfaced: Amit had earlier stopped an oral supplement because he felt it was causing constipation. He explained he normally doesn’t have gas or constipation, except occasionally after oily or spicy party food (which he usually avoids). But when he used the supplement, “mujhe kabji problem hone lagati thi.”

Instead of pushing through, his coach had removed it for a month.

This matters because it shows what personalization looks like in practice: not forcing a one-size-fits-all routine, but adjusting based on what the customer experiences.

The roadmap that made him feel steady again

Nikita laid out a simple timeline so Amit could stop guessing and start tracking.

She explained that this is a 7–8 month journey. The early phase focuses on internal health and dandruff control. Months four to six are about reducing hair fall and improving scalp health. From month seven onwards, visible changes like regrowth and better density are more likely to show up.

She also set expectations about hairline regrowth: it can be harder, but with regularity, some customers still see positives. What mattered most was her reassurance that the condition wouldn’t keep getting worse if he stayed consistent.

And because consistency is hard in real life, she gave practical cues: keep products somewhere visible, keep logging in the app, and if a day gets missed, restart the next day - don’t quit.

Resolution: a routine he could actually follow

By the end of the call, Amit’s questions were answered in plain language: when to wash after oiling, what to do about post-wash dryness before office, and how not to derail the routine with outside products.

More than that, he left with something many people don’t get when they’re anxious about hair fall: a clear plan, the confidence to follow it, and a booked follow-up call - so he wasn’t doing this alone.

Key Questions Answered in This Blog

  • Can dandruff cause hair fall and thinning?
  • How should I use Traya’s anti-dandruff lotion, scalp oil, and shampoo in the right order?
  • What can I apply after hair wash if my hair feels dry before office?
  • How long does a Traya hair routine take to show visible changes?

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