The phrase "mess factor" refers to the level of messiness or disorderliness in a situation, place, or person. It represents how messy, chaotic, or disorganized something or someone is. Full definition
I personally like the no - mess factor of sheet masks, but sometimes a bottled mask is nice for certain skin concerns. (kindlyunspoken.com)
Also recommend using mini muffin tins to reduce mess factor. (ohsheglows.com)
Your snacks should have a low mess factor like goldfish, cheese sticks, and apple slices with a dash of lemon juice to stop them from browning. (thespruce.com)