Applying the dye can be messy, particularly on long hair.
涂抹染发剂可能会搞得一团糟，特别是长发。
Don't worry if this first coat of paint looks messy.
如果这第一层油漆看上去很脏的话，不用担心。
She was a good, if messy, cook
尽管不爱干净，她还是个好厨子。
As the work tends to be a bit messy you'll need to wear old clothes.
这个活儿有点脏，你需要穿旧衣服。
Finger painting is very messy but an excellent diversion.
用手指画画是很脏，但却是一项极好的消遣。