It Depends on Where the Salmon was Caught
Salmon skin is generally safe for people to eat. However, other factors — such as individual health or where you get your salmon from — may affect whether or not you should eat salmon skin. … he skin of a salmon contains the highest concentration of omega-3 fatty acids on the fish. There’s strong evidence that these fatty acids can reduce triglyceride levels and decrease your chances of heart disease, according to the Mayo Clinic. …
It’s also important to pay attention to where your salmon comes from. The most contaminated fish is farmed from the Atlantic Ocean. Wild-caught salmon from the Atlantic is slightly less contaminated. If your salmon was caught in the Atlantic Ocean, it might be best to avoid eating its skin. The best kind of salmon skin to cook and eat would come from a wild-caught Pacific salmon.