A tissue product containing a multi-layered paper web that has at least one
layer formed from a blend of pulp fibers and synthetic fibers is provided.
By containing at least one layer of synthetic and pulp fibers, it has been
discovered that lint and slough of a tissue product formed according to
the present invention can be substantially reduced. In addition, by
limiting the amount and layers to which the synthetic fibers are applied,
the increase in hydrophobicity and cost of the tissue product may be
minimized, while still achieving the desired reduction in lint and slough.
In some embodiments, the tendency of the synthetic fibers to sink or float
in the fibrous furnish may be minimized to enhance processability by
selecting certain types of synthetic fibers, e.g., those with a certain
density imbalance.
