Ankit’s 12-Month Plan for Crown Hair Thinning

Medically Reviewed by
Dr Kalyani Deshmukh

Published Date: February 20, 2026
Updated: 3 July 5:32 AM

Ankit’s 12-Month Plan for Crown Hair Thinning

Traya Journey at a Glance

Problem: Ankit had hair fall that became noticeably worse after COVID, with thinning mainly visible around the crown area.
Root causes involved: A long, ongoing shedding phase (4–5 years), plus mild dandruff that can disturb scalp health.
What he used: A personalized hair treatment plan with Hair Ras, Health Tatva, Hair Vitamin, Scalp Oil mixed with Growth Therapy (booster oil), and Minoxidil serum.
Timeline he was guided to expect: Months 1–3 focused on dandruff + internal support; months 4–6 for healthier scalp and reduced fall; months 8–12 for visible hair growth changes.
Outcome he was working toward: Bringing his hair back “like before,” with consistent daily use and progress tracking calls every 10–12 days.

“Bas pehle jaisa ho jaye…” - and the crown area gave it away

When Ankit, a working professional from Ahmedabad, got on a call with a Traya hair coach, he didn’t talk about vanity. He talked about getting back to normal.

“Jo loss ho gaya, usko thoda aise hi pehle ki tarah lana hai,” he said - he simply wanted his hair to look like it used to.

But there was a detail that made his concern feel more real: his hairline was largely okay, yet the crown area had started to look visibly sparse. For many people, that’s the point where hair fall stops feeling like “seasonal shedding” and starts feeling like a pattern.

The slow build-up after COVID

Ankit had been dealing with hair fall for a while - “above two-three years” - but he also linked the worsening to the period after COVID. In the call, he shared that after COVID, the hair fall increased significantly, and he associated the spike with an injection he took during that time.

By the time he reached Traya, it wasn’t a brand-new issue. It was the kind that lingers in the background for years, quietly getting worse until one day you can’t ignore it.

Another piece of context came up too: mild dandruff. It wasn’t described as severe, but it was present - and that matters because scalp health often decides whether new growth can truly thrive.

Why dandruff and long-term shedding can keep hair stuck

In Ankit’s case, two things were running in parallel: ongoing hair fall over years, and dandruff.

Dandruff can create a scalp environment where itching and irritation disturb the roots. Over time, that can contribute to dandruff and dry scalp hair loss patterns - especially when a person is already noticing thinning. Traya’s approach here is simple: you don’t just “push growth.” You first set the scalp up to support growth.

At the same time, a longer hair fall timeline typically needs consistency and internal support, not just occasional oiling or a one-week fix. That’s why Ankit’s plan was mapped over months, not days.

Q&A: Does dandruff actually cause hair fall?

Yes - dandruff can indirectly trigger hair fall. When the scalp gets irritated and itchy, repeated scratching and inflammation can weaken how well hair stays anchored, making shedding feel worse and growth harder to sustain.

The question he didn’t ask directly, but many people feel

Ankit didn’t sound panicked. But he did sound ready for clarity.

He hadn’t tried any prior treatment (“No sir, no”), so everything depended on whether the routine would feel doable. He also needed reassurance around one common fear - starting Minoxidil and seeing more hair fall first.

The coach explained it plainly: initially, an increase in hair fall can happen and it’s completely normal, because weaker hairs shed first. That moment matters. It’s often the difference between someone quitting too soon versus staying consistent long enough to see change.

The turning point: a routine that felt manageable

The coach didn’t overwhelm him. He framed it like this: just two minutes in the morning and two minutes at night. Easy to carry even if you travel. And most importantly, a clear timeline.

Ankit was told to expect a 12-month journey overall:
In the first 1–3 months, focus would be on dandruff and internal support, along with reduction in hair fall. By months 4–6, the scalp should start feeling healthier. And from months 8–12, he was guided to look for changes in hair growth.

That kind of roadmap gives people something they rarely get with hair fall - predictability.

What was inside Ankit’s Traya kit (and why)

Ankit’s plan combined internal support, scalp nourishment, and topical regrowth support - built around consistency.

He was instructed to take:
Hair Ras: 2 tablets after breakfast and 2 after dinner. This formulation is designed for daily natural hair nourishment, working to balance pitta dosha, improve blood circulation to hair follicles, and support tissue nourishment (Asthi Dhatu).
Health Tatva: 1 tablet after breakfast and 1 after dinner. It supports metabolism and absorption - important because nutrient absorption is a quiet but powerful part of the digestion and hair fall connection.
Hair Vitamin: 1 tablet after breakfast (or after lunch if he missed the morning dose), always after meals.

For scalp care:
Scalp Oil + Growth Therapy (booster oil): He was told to mix the full Growth Therapy bottle into the Scalp Oil. Apply it all over the scalp at least 30 minutes before shampoo, twice a week. The coach specifically asked him to pause his regular coconut oil and stick to the Traya oil during the plan - because consistency matters when you’re tracking progress.

For regrowth support:
Minoxidil serum: Apply 1 ml in the morning and 1 ml at night only where hair is less - especially the crown area - spread gently with fingers, without rubbing or massaging. The coach also warned him about initial shedding so he wouldn’t get alarmed and stop early.

Resolution: starting before motivation fades

By the end of the call, Ankit sounded steady, not confused. “Kal morning se main kar dunga,” he said - he’d start the next morning.

And the coach set up something that many people underestimate: follow-ups every 10–12 days to track progress effectively. Hair fall doesn’t just need products - it needs monitoring, course-correction, and someone to tell you what’s normal.

Ankit’s story isn’t about an instant miracle. It’s about choosing a plan, understanding the timeline, and showing up daily - until the mirror starts to feel familiar again.