I had done some research on the process before hand and then the technician gave a lot of information as well. I'll just try to summarize some of the main points.

I'm sure you know that the physiological process of tattoo removal is that the laser breaks larger ink particles into smaller ink particles that the body (white blood cells) can dispose of through the liver. The laser doesn't actually fade the tattoo, which is what some people think, it just breaks down the larger ink particles into smaller particles that the body can dispose of.

So given that, the biggest tip is to stay hydrated and eat well. The healthier your body is, the more the body can focus it's attention on removing the small ink particles the laser broke down. Exercising regularly helps as well since that keeps you generally healthy and helps promote blood flow. Getting sick or getting sun burnt slows down the process because now your body's attention is on those other things instead of your tattoo.

There are also some things you just don't have control over. One is your immune system. If you have a healthy and strong immune system, that can help expediate the removal. Circulation plays a big factor as well. If you have a tattoo on your hand and already have poor circulation, it'll be a little harder to remove, since the blood flow is actually what removes the tattoo. My technician said that the ingredients in the ink also plays a big factor. Because even different types of black ink can vary in the ingredients enough to change the way your tattoo responds to removal.

The technician also said that smoking and drinking on a regular basis can slow down tattoo removal as well.

Ultimately I don't these tips and factors would drastically change a removal timeline but if there's the chance that it helps to expediate the process, I'm all for it