The present invention relates to a method of treating the scalp, the method comprising the following steps: &bullapplying a composition to the scalp, the composition including at least one active ingredient selected from: &bullanti-dandruff agents &bullanti-seborrheic agents &bullsoothing or anti-irritant agents &bullexfoliating agents and &bullanti-hairloss agents and &bullmoisturizing agents and &bullperforming a massage of the scalp by means of a motor-driven massage device (10, 20) that includes spikes (21) that are driven by an oscillating movement.