Neeraj’s 12-Month Plan for Thinning Hair & Dandruff

Medically Reviewed by
Dr Kalyani Deshmukh

Published Date: February 20, 2026
Updated: 3 July 5:35 AM

Neeraj’s 12-Month Plan for Thinning Hair & Dandruff

Traya Journey at a Glance

Main concern: Neeraj noticed gradual thinning - his hairline was “going back” and the crown had started looking visible.
Root causes flagged in his Traya assessment: metabolism concerns, nutrition deficiency, and mild dandruff that could trigger hair fall.
What he used: Minoxidil serum for regrowth support, Anti-dandruff Shampoo for dandruff control, plus Hair Ras, Hair Vitamin, Health Tatva, and Scalp Oil with Growth Therapy booster.
Timeline he was guided on: a 12-month plan - first 3 months to control dandruff, months 4–6 to reduce hair fall and improve scalp condition, months 7–9 to strengthen roots and hair quality, and months 10–12 for visible density changes.
Turning point: He realised stopping minoxidil after seeing results is what made the hair fall return - and committed to consistency this time with coaching.

The moment he admitted, “Bas aise hi reh rahe hain.”

Neeraj, a working professional from Indore, didn’t describe dramatic hair fall. In fact, that’s what made it easier to ignore. When Traya called to confirm his kit delivery and walk him through the routine, he put it simply: “It’s been a long time… the hair isn’t falling a lot. It’s just… like this.”

But his photos told a clearer story than his words.

The coach checked his uploaded scalp pictures and said what Neeraj had been sensing for years: the strands were thinning, the front hairline was slowly receding, and the crown visibility had started. Male pattern hair loss often moves quietly - until one day you notice the top of your head looks “lighter” in certain angles and lights.

Neeraj traced it back to 2018. “Kaafi ho gaya,” he said - years of slow change.

What he tried before - and why it didn’t last

Neeraj had already been down the “quick fix” road once. He’d consulted a doctor earlier and used minoxidil serum, along with a shampoo, for about 2–3 months.

And it worked.

“Result mila tha… bahut antar aaya tha,” he told the coach. For a whole year after that, he felt things were “badhiya.” Then he stopped.

That’s when the old worry returned - because for many people, stopping the very thing supporting regrowth can bring hair fall back. The coach explained it gently: with this kind of hair loss, you often need ongoing care, not short bursts.

Neeraj didn’t argue. He just listened, quietly recalibrating what “treatment” really meant.

The root cause wasn’t just one thing

From Neeraj’s Traya hair test, the coach highlighted three contributors behind his thinning: metabolism issues, nutrition deficiency, and mild dandruff.

It’s the kind of combination that sneaks up on you. Dandruff can irritate the scalp and trigger hair fall, nutrition gaps can leave follicles undernourished, and when metabolism and absorption aren’t optimal, even a decent diet may not translate into the nourishment your hair needs. That digestion and hair fall connection is something many people don’t think about until someone maps it out clearly.

Neeraj also had a practical concern right away: “Madam, dietitian kya rahega? Khane-peene mein kuchh…?” He wasn’t looking for a strict food ban. He just wanted clarity. The coach showed him the in-app dietitian flow: log meals for seven days, generate a report, and then adjust based on what’s missing - no guesswork.

Q: Does dandruff really cause hair fall?

Yes - when dandruff leads to itching, irritation, and scalp buildup, it can trigger shedding. Managing dandruff helps maintain scalp health so hair can grow in a healthier environment, which matters in dandruff and dry scalp hair loss patterns.

The doubts he voiced (and the reassurance that landed)

Neeraj’s questions weren’t dramatic, but they were honest - exactly the kind most people ask when they’re about to begin (again).

He asked about food rules and the dietitian. He asked how often to shampoo, and whether he should use “outside” soaps or shampoos in between. He asked for clarity on the kit because the tablet schedule looked confusing at first glance.

And then there was the biggest unspoken doubt: “What if minoxidil makes my hair fall more?”

The coach addressed it before he had to. She explained that some initial shedding can happen and framed it in a visual way Neeraj instantly understood: like old leaves falling so new ones can come in. “If hair fall increases in the first few weeks, don’t worry,” she said - it can be a sign the serum is working on weaker strands first.

That reassurance matters, because fear of shedding is one of the main reasons people quit early.

What the plan looked like when it became “doable”

The coach didn’t just name products - she gave Neeraj a routine that could fit real life. It wasn’t a lecture. It was a personalized hair treatment plan with clear frequency and sequencing.

She explained that some products are weekly, while others are daily:

He would use Scalp Oil along with the Growth Therapy booster shot twice a week, applied in the morning for 30 minutes before a bath. This oiling-plus-massage routine is rooted in Ayurvedic shiroabhyanga logic - supporting calm and improving circulation to the follicles. Traya’s Scalp Oil is made via a medicated oil process using Ayurvedic herbs and goat milk, designed to maintain scalp health and stimulate follicles.

For dandruff, he would wash with Anti-dandruff Shampoo (Ketoconazole 2%), up to three times a week. The coach clarified that the goal here isn’t “hair growth from shampoo,” but controlling dandruff so itching and irritation don’t keep triggering shedding.

For regrowth support, Minoxidil serum was positioned as his daily anchor: 1 ml in the morning and 1 ml at night on visible thinning areas, spread gently without massaging.

Then came internal support: Hair Ras and Hair Vitamin for nutrition deficiency, plus Health Tatva to support metabolism and improve nutrient absorption. The idea was simple: the scalp is not separate from the body. Better absorption means better nutrient delivery to follicles.

Neeraj also appreciated the practical support: keep products in a noticeable place, don’t panic if a day is missed, and use the app’s daily check-in to build consistency.

The timeline that restored his patience

Neeraj was told clearly: results aren’t a one-month story. His coach mapped the journey across a full year.

In the first three months, the focus would be dandruff control so the trigger reduces. By months four to six, hair fall reduction and better scalp condition. Months seven to nine, root strength and hair quality improvements. And only after that - months ten to twelve - visible density shifts, including the crown area and hairline.

For someone who had stopped early once, this timeline wasn’t discouraging - it was relieving. It finally explained why his earlier “good results” didn’t stay.

Resolution: choosing consistency this time

Neeraj ended the call with something rare in hair loss journeys: clarity. “Bilkul clear ho gaya,” he said.

He wasn’t promised magic. He was offered structure, monitoring, and a routine built around his actual concerns - thinning, mild dandruff, and internal gaps. This time, the goal wasn’t just short-term improvement; it was staying consistent long enough to protect the progress.

Because when hair loss has been “dhire dhire” since 2018, the real transformation often begins with one decision: not stopping when it starts getting better.