Neeraj’s 5-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 5-Month Plan for Thinning Hair & Dandruff

Traya Journey at a Glance

Problem: Around 1 year of hair fall with thinning in the middle and a few visibly emptier patches, plus “medium” dandruff.
Likely triggers: Dandruff-related itching and scalp buildup, along with early thinning concerns that needed a structured plan and monitoring.
What he used: Hair Vitamin, Hair Ras, Scalp Oil mixed with Growth Therapy (booster oil), Anti-dandruff Shampoo (Ketoconazole 2%), and Minoxidil serum (daily).
Timeline shared by the coach: First 2 months focus on dandruff + internal support; months 3–4 focus on reducing hair fall and strengthening roots; month 5 is when visible regrowth changes are expected.
Outcome focus: A guided, personalized hair treatment plan with follow-ups, photo tracking, and a clear expectation-setting around shedding and results.

The moment Neeraj decided he couldn’t “wait it out” anymore

Neeraj, a working professional from Indore, had been watching his hair change for almost a year. It wasn’t just “some hair fall” anymore. In his words, the hair in the middle had become “very weak” and “very thin,” and a few spots had started looking lightly empty.

What scared him most wasn’t only what he saw that day - it was what he imagined next.

“It feels like in the next six months or a year, it’ll become completely empty… the middle hair won’t even remain,” he said, trying to explain the kind of fear that doesn’t always sound dramatic until you’ve felt it yourself.

He had already ordered Traya’s kit and received the delivery two days earlier. But like many first-timers, he hadn’t started yet. Not because he didn’t want to - but because he wanted to do it right. He called in for something very specific: he wanted Traya’s messages and coach guidance to come on his second number, the one he actually used regularly. Because if this was going to be a real routine, he needed the support to reach him where life actually happens.

What was really going on: hair fall plus dandruff, together

When the hair coach began the consultation, Neeraj shared a few important details: his hair fall had been going on for about a year, he wasn’t on any medication or supplements, and he didn’t report medical conditions like low BP, migraine, sinus, or asthma.

Then came the context he believed mattered most: dandruff.

He described it as not extreme, but “medium” - present enough to be noticed, persistent enough to be annoying. This matters because dandruff and dry scalp hair loss often feed into each other in a loop: dandruff can trigger itching, itching can lead to more scalp irritation, and that stressed environment can make hair feel weaker and shed more easily.

That’s why the coach didn’t frame Neeraj’s plan as “just apply a serum and wait.” She framed it as a timeline - starting with the scalp and the system, then moving into regrowth.

Right away, she set expectations: the first two months would focus on dandruff and internal health support. The third and fourth months are typically where hair fall reduces and roots feel stronger, with improved hair quality. By the fifth month, regrowth changes are expected to be visible.

Q: Does dandruff cause hair fall?

Yes - especially when it leads to itching and irritation. Dandruff is linked with scalp inflammation and buildup; when the scalp is constantly disturbed, hair can shed more and feel weaker. That’s why controlling dandruff early can support healthier growth conditions.

The doubts he voiced (and why they were valid)

Neeraj’s questions weren’t random - they were the exact questions of someone who’s about to commit to a routine for months.

He wanted clarity on product usage, especially around frequency. When the coach explained that the Scalp Oil (mixed with the growth booster) would be used twice a week, Neeraj immediately asked how that fits with the ketoconazole shampoo. Would he need to wash daily?

He also asked a question many people hold back but desperately want answered: what if nothing changes even after five months?

“If after five months there’s no growth, if the hair remains the same, then what?” he asked.

The coach addressed it directly: if he followed the timeline consistently and still didn’t see results, the money-back guarantee would apply. But even more important than the guarantee was what came next - she explained that support wouldn’t disappear after purchase. Coaches would call periodically, take updates, ask for images, check improvements or problems, and customize the next month’s kit based on progress.

That was the real turning point: Neeraj wasn’t being asked to “figure it out.” He was being asked to follow a guided plan.

What his routine looked like after the call

Once Neeraj had his notes ready, the coach walked him through the kit in a way that sounded simple enough to actually follow.

He was advised to take Hair Vitamin as one tablet in the morning after food. Hair Vitamin is formulated for nutritional gaps and includes vitamins and minerals along with natural DHT blockers like pumpkin seed extract, with the goal of supporting thicker, healthier hair.

Then came Hair Ras, an Ayurvedic formulation positioned for daily natural hair nourishment. The coach recommended two tablets in the morning and two at night after food. In the Product Bible, Hair Ras is described as supporting pitta balance, improving circulation to hair follicles, and nourishing from within - an approach that fits well when hair quality, scalp health, and internal balance are part of the picture.

For scalp care, he had Scalp Oil along with a small Growth Therapy booster oil. He was told to mix the entire booster oil into the Scalp Oil bottle once, and then apply the oil twice a week - keeping it on for at least 30 minutes before washing.

To wash it off, he was given the Anti-dandruff Shampoo with Ketoconazole 2%, which is meant to reduce dandruff by targeting the fungal component behind it and soothing inflammation. He could use it two to three times a week, especially on oil days.

And finally, Minoxidil serum: one ml in the morning and one ml at night, applied on dry scalp in visible thinning areas and along the hairline, gently spread without massage.

The coach also warned him about something that often scares people into quitting too early: initial shedding. She explained that in the first few weeks, hair fall can temporarily increase because weaker hair may shed first - something that’s described as a “healing side effect” with minoxidil. Neeraj didn’t argue; he just listened. It’s easier to stay consistent when you know what “normal” can look like.

The resolution: not just products - proof of support

Neeraj’s call didn’t end with a rushed goodbye. It ended with structure.

He learned where to find “how to use” inside the Traya app, how diet tracking works (with dietitian guidance after seven days of logging), and how “log and earn” can help with discounts on reorders. Most importantly, a follow-up was scheduled - about 15 days later, around 10:30 AM, when he said he’d be free.

By the end, his biggest worry had shifted. It was no longer “Will this work?” but “Once my number is updated, the calls and messages will come there, right?”

“Yes,” the coach reassured him. “All updates will come on that number.”

Sometimes the first win in a hair journey isn’t regrowth - it’s finally feeling like you won’t have to do it alone.