Rohan’s Hair Fall Journey After Moving to Delhi

Medically Reviewed by
Dr Kalyani Deshmukh

Published Date: May 29, 2026
Updated: 29 May 7:50 AM

Rohan’s Hair Fall Journey After Moving to Delhi

Traya Journey at a Glance

Key problem: Weak hair that breaks easily, visible thinning in the mid-scalp area, plus on-and-off mild dandruff after moving to Delhi.
What seemed to drive it: A mix of environmental stress (pollution), scalp health fluctuations (mild dandruff), and day-to-day routine confusion that made consistency hard.
What he used: Minoxidil (applied twice a day), Scalp Oil mixed with the provided booster shot, and an anti-dandruff shampoo; he was also advised on Nasal Ghrit for a short course.
Timeline he was guided on: 1–3 months for internal/scalp groundwork, 4–6 months for better hair fall control and stronger roots, and 7–8 months for more visible regrowth.
Outcome in this call: Not a “final before/after” yet, but a clear turning point - his doubts got addressed, the routine got simplified, and he left the call feeling more confident about what to do next.

“If I just run my hand through my hair… 2–4 strands come out.”

Rohan had a simple complaint, but it carried a heavy undertone: “My hair has become so weak. Even if I put my hand in my hair, two to four hairs break and come in my hand.”

He wasn’t describing a one-off bad hair day. He was describing that slow, nagging fear you feel when your hair stops behaving like it used to - when it starts breaking too easily, when the “mid area” begins to look thinner, and when you can’t tell if it’s temporary… or the beginning of something bigger.

What made it worse was that Rohan didn’t even have the easy explanation many people fall back on. “No one in my family has it,” he said. In his mind, that ruled out “normal” hair loss and made the whole thing feel even more unfair.

And then there was Delhi.

He connected the dots in his own way: “Maybe it’s because of pollution.” He’d moved in 2018, and by 2023 the issue felt more obvious to him.

When the routine itself starts feeling like the problem

Rohan’s call wasn’t just about hair fall. It was about confusion.

He had questions about nearly every step - because when you’re trying hard, even small uncertainties feel costly.

His Scalp Oil had solidified. The booster shot had been mixed in, but the oil looked “jamā hua” (set and clumped). He also remembered seeing a video that suggested leaving oil overnight, but the coach clarified that the best practice was updated: apply it twice a week, about 30 minutes before hair wash.

Then came his bigger worry: minoxidil.

He said that after it dried, his hair felt dry and left a “white-white” residue in the area of application, almost like powder settling on the scalp. He even noticed his hair looked a bit stiff, as if strands were standing up.

That moment matters, because it’s exactly where most people lose momentum. They start thinking: Is this normal? Am I doing it wrong? Is it damaging my hair?

Why his hair started feeling weaker (and why it can show up in the “mid area”)

Rohan’s story had multiple layers of context - not a single dramatic trigger, but a slow build.

He was dealing with a city shift he personally linked to pollution exposure. He also described mild dandruff that “comes and goes,” the kind that doesn’t always look serious but can quietly disrupt scalp comfort and routine. That combination can start a cycle: the scalp feels off, you try new products, results feel inconsistent, and the hair begins to feel more fragile and break-prone.

There’s also the reality of adherence. When your scalp oil solidifies, your nasal drops feel “jamā hua,” and your minoxidil leaves residue, it doesn’t just cause inconvenience - it creates doubt. And doubt is what breaks consistency.

That’s why, in many real journeys, the turning point isn’t a miracle product. It’s a routine that finally makes sense - so you can actually follow it.

This is also where a personalized hair treatment plan becomes more than a phrase; it becomes the difference between trying something and actually sticking with it long enough to see change.

Q: Does dandruff cause hair fall?

Yes - when dandruff leads to itching, irritation, and scalp buildup, hair can start shedding more easily. Traya’s Anti-dandruff Shampoo is designed to reduce dandruff and soothe inflammation so the scalp environment becomes healthier for hair to grow.

The doubts he said out loud (and the fear behind them)

Rohan’s doubts were direct and honest.

He questioned the timeline: if he did this for eight months, would it truly change anything - or would he end up back where he started?

He also needed reassurance about spread: “If I apply it, will it work only there, or on the whole scalp where hair is breaking?” The coach clarified it would work across the scalp as it gets absorbed.

And he was anxious about initial shedding. The coach normalized it: in the initial weeks, hair fall can increase, and that can be a positive sign that minoxidil has started working - older, weaker hairs shed first before the cycle improves.

The coach’s role: making it feel doable again

The call’s biggest value was not motivation. It was clarity.

The coach helped him troubleshoot the practical pain points:

For the Scalp Oil that had solidified (coconut base can do that in winters), he was advised to place it in warm water to bring it back to a normal liquid form.
For Scalp Oil usage, she clarified the updated best practice: apply it twice a week, about 30 minutes before hair wash, especially since videos hadn’t been updated yet.
For minoxidil residue, she explained the remaining part can appear “white” after absorption and can be wiped gently with cotton - so he wouldn’t panic and stop.

Just as importantly, she set expectations without overpromising. Visible changes, she said, are typically seen later in the eight-month journey, and hairline regrowth can be more difficult - yet the goal is to ensure it doesn’t keep getting worse and to support regrowth where possible.

That was the moment Rohan shifted from “Is this even working?” to “Okay, I understand what’s happening.”

The products that matched his situation (and why)

Rohan’s kit revolved around scalp support plus a consistent growth routine.

Minoxidil (topical)

He was instructed on a consistent application schedule (1 ml in the morning and 1 ml at night). In Traya’s approach, minoxidil targets hair thinning linked to undernourished follicles by improving blood flow to hair follicles through its vasodilating effect, supporting regrowth over time when used consistently.

Scalp Oil (with booster shot mixed in)

Traya’s Scalp Oil is positioned as an Ayurvedic oil for scalp health and follicle stimulation, rooted in the practice of Shiroabhyanga (oil massage) to calm the mind and support circulation. It’s meant to support scalp nourishment and maintain scalp health over long-term use, with targeted booster shots to personalize based on root cause.

Anti-dandruff Shampoo

Since his dandruff was mild but recurring, a medicated anti-dandruff shampoo helps reduce dandruff and soothe the scalp - important if you’re dealing with dandruff and dry scalp hair loss concerns.

And while Rohan wasn’t convinced about the nasal drops, the coach reminded him what Nasal Ghrit (Nasal Grit) is intended for in Traya’s Ayurvedic logic: the nasal passage is considered a gateway to the head, and the drops are used for concerns like sleep disturbances and stress support, with a short 21-day course.

Resolution: not a transformation yet, but a steadier start

This call wasn’t a “before-and-after” reveal. It was earlier than that.

But it captured something just as real: the moment a person stops second-guessing every product texture, every flake, every residue - and starts following the plan with confidence.

Rohan came in worried that his hair was getting weak fast, frustrated that it didn’t seem genetic, and skeptical about whether an eight-month plan would actually hold.

He left with the routine clarified, side effects normalized, and a follow-up booked. Sometimes, that’s the real first win.