Abstract: A method for forming a tissue product that is soft and produces relatively low levels of lint and slough is provided. The method includes providing a liquid furnish of cellulosic fibers and forming a multi-layered wet web therefrom. At least one latex having a glass transition temperature less than about 30° C. is applied to the furnish, wet web, or combinations thereof in an amount less than about 60 pounds per ton of the dry weight of the cellulosic fibers. The web is then dried such that at least one outer layer of the dried web contains the latex-treated cellulosic fibers.