Soaking your brush in dilute Dawn dish detergent solution will aid in removing lefotver soap/cream scents.
Nice tip with the Dawn. Cut cut and wash away any built up grease and soap residue. Works on oil spills with out hurting the bird or seal; should work on a brush. Never thought of it before!
You're welcome, just passing along the "hive" knowledge of what I've been fortunate to learn from the shaving community.
Oh thank goodness, I thought it was just me. At least now I know that even if I have a problem, I'm in good company........