For a turkey, I break out the Pyrex baking dish to allow for plenty of room. You don't want the turkey forced into colliding with the side of your dish. After a good soak, I , and I find that no utensil works better than your hands, pat it dry while gently rubbing the trouble spots, with consistent pressure. I find that a mix of garlic and horseradish mustard emulsified in a good amount of olive oil works best.:
