The use of human tissue simulant in ballistics testing offers a distinct advantage over real tissue. Unlike actual human tissue, which can return to its original shape, the simulant maintains the cavity created by a bullet. This property allows experts to assess and document the bullet's effects more accurately. After firing at the simulant, researchers can simply examine the damage without the need for dissection, as the material is transparent, providing an immediate view of the impact.

Moreover, the simulant has an unconventional benefit: it can be consumed post-experiment. This unusual feature claims that it can promote healthier nails within thirty days. These qualities make human tissue simulant a practical and innovative tool in the field of ballistics, facilitating valuable insights while also adding a curious twist to its use, as noted in Mary Roach's book "Stiff: The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers."